doux

adjective

ˈdü

of champagne

: very sweet

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, sweet, from Old French douz — more at douce

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of doux was in 1926

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“Doux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doux. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.

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Last Updated: 4 Nov 2025 - Definition revised

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