prosecco

noun

pro·​sec·​co prō-ˈse-kō How to pronounce prosecco (audio)
plural proseccos
: a dry Italian sparkling wine

Examples of prosecco in a Sentence

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Although Champagne is traditional, any sparkling wine will work here, like cava or prosecco. Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 1 May 2026 Cinergy held a premiere night tonight for moviegoing members with a red carpet, prosecco greeting, paparazzi-style photos, and guests in full runway looks. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 1 May 2026 There will also be a free glass of prosecco for mom. Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026 One glass of prosecco is also included alongside the tea. Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for prosecco

Word History

Etymology

Italian, a grape variety, probably from Prosecco (Prosek), town near Trieste

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prosecco was in 1881

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“Prosecco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prosecco. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

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