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fizz
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1fizz

intransitive verb \ˈfiz\

Definition of FIZZ

1
: to make a hissing or sputtering sound : effervesce
2
: to show excitement or exhilaration

Examples of FIZZ

  1. <soda pop fizzing in the glass>

Origin of FIZZ

probably of imitative origin
First Known Use: 1685

Related to FIZZ

Synonyms
hiss, fizzle, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz)

Rhymes with FIZZ

biz, frizz, his, is, Ms., phiz, quiz, whiz, wiz

2fizz

noun

Definition of FIZZ

1
a : a hissing sound
b : spirit, liveliness
2
: an effervescent beverage
— fizzy \ˈfi-zē\ adjective
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Examples of FIZZ

  1. the characteristic fizz of champagne
  2. All the fizz was gone from their relationship.

First Known Use of FIZZ

1842

Related to FIZZ

Synonyms
hiss, sizzle, swish, whish, whiz (or whizz)

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