soda

noun

so·​da ˈsō-də 

1

a

: sodium carbonate

b

: sodium bicarbonate

c

: sodium

—often used in combination

soda-feldspar

nitrate of soda

2

a

: soda water sense 2a

b

: soda pop

c

: a sweet drink consisting of soda water, flavoring, and often ice cream

3

: the faro card that shows faceup in the dealing box before play begins

Examples of soda in a Sentence

I ordered fries and a soda.

Recent Examples on the Web

On top of the original flavor, Barq’s also makes both Red Creme and French Vanilla Creme sodas, too. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 July 2026

Why non-alcoholic drinks are having a celebrity moment Consumers who cut back on alcohol used to face a short list of options like soda, juice or water. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026

Betty Buzz is a line of non-alcoholic sparkling mixers and sodas founded by actor Blake Lively. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 22, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Playful cocktails, such as the Kampot Pepper twist on gin and soda, set the stage for the bar's eclectic decor and cozy sofas. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Arabic suwwād, any of several saltworts from the ashes of which sodium carbonate is obtained

First Known Use

1558, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing soda

• baking soda
• bicarbonate of soda
• caustic soda
• club soda
• cream soda
• nitrate of soda
• soda ash
• soda biscuit
• soda bread
• soda cracker
• soda fountain
• soda jerk
• soda lime
• soda pop
• soda water
• washing soda

Rhymes for soda

• coda
• oda
• toda
• amphipoda
• copepoda
• decapoda
• gastropoda
• isopoda
• nematoda
• ostracoda
• pagoda

Kids Definition

soda

noun

so·​da ˈsōd-ə 

1

a

: sodium carbonate

b

: sodium bicarbonate

2

a

: soda water

b

: soda pop

c

: a sweet drink consisting of soda water, flavoring, and often ice cream

Medical Definition

soda

noun

so·​da ˈsōd-ə 

: sodium carbonate

also : sodium bicarbonate