Meaning & Definition of word "Champagne"

Champagne

/ʃæmˈpeɪn/

noun:

  • 1. A sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France, typically made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc grapes.
    • Example: We celebrated New Year's Eve with a bottle of exquisite champagne.
  • 2. A celebratory drink often associated with special occasions such as weddings or anniversaries.
    • Example: They toasting with champagne at their wedding reception.
  • 3. A light golden color, often used to describe certain types of fashion or decor.
    • Example: She wore a beautiful dress in a delicate champagne shade.

Etymology

From French 'champagne', literally meaning 'open country' or 'field'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Champagne toast:

A ceremonial raising of glasses filled with champagne to celebrate a special occasion.

All that glitters is not champagne:

Not everything that seems luxurious or valuable is truly so.

Related Words

sparkling wine:

A wine that contains carbon dioxide, making it fizzy or bubbly.

toasting:

Raising one's glass in honor of a person or event.

Slang Meanings of champagne

Meaning: Bubbly

Example Sentence: Let's bring some bubbly to the party!

Meaning: Fizz

Example Sentence: Give me that fizz for the celebration.