seltzer

noun

selt·​zer ˈselt-sər 

: artificially carbonated water

Examples of seltzer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Raman’s young progressives Gen Zers crisscrossed the dance floor, Modelos and seltzers in hand, as the DJ bumped her head to the beat. — James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026

Some riff on seltzer water, others on soda pops, while some reinvent heritage libations, like switchel and agua fresca—all while tasting ridiculously refreshing. — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026

The kitchen sends out delicious wings and other snacks while bartenders serve affordable buckets of beer and seltzer. — Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 15 Oct. 2026

The outdoor second-floor deck is perfect for taking a break between museums—there's a table with complimentary coffee, fresh fruit, water, and seltzer available all day. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 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