seltzer

noun

selt·​zer ˈselt-sər How to pronounce seltzer (audio)
: artificially carbonated water

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The drink selection is limited — craft beers, Northern California wines, hard seltzers, and canned cocktails. Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025 The beach chair can be adjusted to multiple positions, and there is a cooler on the backside of the seat, which is perfect for holding a few cans of sparkling water or hard seltzers. Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 May 2025 In an interview with PEOPLE tied to the U.S. release of -196 vodka seltzer, Jonas, 37, spoke about the emotional toll that an international tour can take on musicians, especially coming off of the high of constant action and adrenaline. Emily Rella, People.com, 26 May 2025 Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice, top with seltzer, and garnish with a lemon twist. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for seltzer

Word History

Etymology

modification of German Selterser (Wasser) water of Selters, from Nieder Selters, Germany

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seltzer was in 1775

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“Seltzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seltzer. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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