seltzer

noun

selt·​zer ˈselt-sər How to pronounce seltzer (audio)
: artificially carbonated water

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The seltzer leavens it, enlivens it, puts room between the flavors where the room is needed most, and turns a derivative and mediocre drink into a fascinating and bizarre one. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026 There was still a cooler full of ice and beer and seltzers on the floor. Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 8 Feb. 2026 In a large bowl, stir together tempura flour and seltzer. C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 8 Feb. 2026 With dozens of beers, cider, seltzers and wine on tap and nine area restaurants slinging a diverse set of cuisines, partygoers can get a taste of just about anything while watching the Super Bowl’s 60th showdown. Bee Staff february 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seltzer

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1775, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seltzer was in 1775

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“Seltzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seltzer. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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