Meaning & Definition of word "Cider"
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Cider
/ˈsaɪ.dər/
noun:
- 1. A beverage made from the fermented juice of apples.
- Example: I enjoyed a glass of homemade apple cider during the fall festival.
- 2. A drink made from pressing apples, which can be either fermented (alcoholic) or unfermented (non-alcoholic).
- Example: The children loved the sweet, non-alcoholic cider we brought to the picnic.
Etymology
From Middle English 'sider', derived from Old French 'cidre', from Latin 'sicera', from Greek 'sikera'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hard cider:
A fermented alcoholic beverage made from apple juice.
apple cider vinegar:
A vinegar made from fermented apple cider, often used in cooking and health remedies.
Related Words
fermentation:
The chemical process by which sugar is converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide by yeast.
orchard:
A piece of land planted with fruit trees, especially apple trees.
Slang Meanings of cider
Meaning: A casual term for any non-alcoholic apple-based drink.
Example Sentence: What a refreshing cider!
Meaning: A playful term for hard cider in social settings.
Example Sentence: Let's grab some ciders at the bar!