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Seltzer - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Seltzer is carbonated water, often plain or lightly flavored, used as a refreshing drink or mixer. It is bubbly and lacks sweetness, unlike soda.

seltzer

/ˈsɛltsər/ /ˈsɛltsə/

Definition:

Carbonated water, often flavored, used as a refreshing drink or mixer.

Synonyms:

sparkling water, soda water, carbonated water

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

still water, flat water

Common Collocations:

lemon seltzer, flavored seltzer, seltzer bottle

Derivatives:

seltzers, seltzered (rare)

Usage Tips:

Use "seltzer" to refer to plain or flavored carbonated water without added sweeteners.

Common Phrases:

seltzer water, fruit-flavored seltzer, seltzer with lime

Etymology:

From German "Selterswasser," named after the mineral springs in Selters, Germany.

Examples:

  • 1. She ordered a lime seltzer at the bar.
  • 2. He prefers seltzer over sugary sodas for hydration.
  • 3. The recipe calls for a splash of raspberry seltzer.
  • 4. They served chilled seltzer with fresh mint at the party.

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