mineral water

noun

: water naturally or artificially infused with mineral salts or gases (such as carbon dioxide)

Examples of mineral water in a Sentence

a glass of mineral water
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The mineral water that makes up Topo Chico is sourced from the Topo Chico spring at the foot of the mountain Cerro del Topo Chico in Monterrey, Mexico, according to Coca-Cola. Reia Li, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026 The natural mineral water also has high levels of sodium, which helps maintain blood pressure levels, and sulfate, which is said to help rid the body of toxins and promote healthy hair, skin, and nails. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026 The mineral water has been sourced from this particular spring since 1895. Greta Cross, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026 Businesses that already have a hoard of Topo Chico mineral water can continue selling it. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mineral water

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mineral water was in the 15th century

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“Mineral water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mineral%20water. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

mineral water

noun
: water containing mineral salts (as of calcium) or gases (as carbon dioxide) which are present naturally or added artificially

Medical Definition

mineral water

noun
: water naturally or artificially infused with mineral salts or gases (as carbon dioxide)

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