seltzer

noun

selt·​zer ˈselt-sər 

: artificially carbonated water

Examples of seltzer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In May, the NCAA reversed its long-standing ban on alcohol advertising during March Madness, allowing makers of beer, wine, spirits and hard seltzer makers to sponsor the college basketball tournaments for the first time starting next season. — Dee-Ann Durbin, Fortune, 17 July 2026

In the release, Taylor indicated a belief that selling alcohol — defined here as cocktails, beer, seltzers and wine — throughout Bill Snyder Family Stadium will improve the overall fan experience. — Latif Love, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026

Key Takeaways Unsweetened seltzer water has no sugar or carbs and can be flavored with fruits or herbs for a refreshing, blood sugar-friendly drink. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 15 July 2026

Watering Plants Club soda, unlike seltzer or sparkling water, contains minerals to give it more flavor and more fizz. — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined above