Meaning & Definition of word "Fizz"
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Fizz
/fɪz/
noun:
- 1. a hissing or bubbling sound, especially from effervescence.
- Example: I could hear the fizz of the soda as I poured it into my cup.
- 2. a carbonated drink or the foamy head that develops when it is poured.
- Example: I prefer drinks with a good fizz to keep them refreshing.
verb:
- 1. to make a hissing or bubbling sound, as when gas escapes or a liquid effervesces.
- Example: The soda can began to fizz as I popped it open.
- 2. to produce bubbles or gas, as in a carbonated beverage.
- Example: Champagne fizzes when it's poured into a glass.
- 3. to become exciting or lively in a sudden or intense manner.
- Example: The party really started to fizz once the live band began playing.
Etymology
Imitative of the sound of gas escaping or bubbling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
give a fizz:
To activate or make something lively.
fizz out:
To gradually decrease in intensity or enthusiasm.
Related Words
effervescence:
The bubbles in a liquid.
carbonation:
The process of dissolving carbon dioxide in a liquid.
Slang Meanings of fizz
Meaning: Excitement or energy about something.
Example Sentence: The team brought a lot of fizz to the game.
Meaning: A lively or energetic person.
Example Sentence: She's full of fizz at all the parties.