seltzer

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun naturally effervescent mineral water
  2. noun effervescent beverage artificially charged with carbon dioxide

Etymology

A toponym from 1735–45 German Selterser (“of Selters”), after Selters, a village known for its carbonated mineral springs.

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