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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
Recent Examples on the Web
Minerals and trace elements in the water must also come from the original underground water source for it to be labeled mineral water.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Jan. 2025
Nestlé's Waters was the focus of a French mineral water investigation in 2023, but agreed to a €2 million fine to put an end to it.
—Richard Collings, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
Avène’s proprietary mineral water has been studied extensively and is proven to have anti-inflammatory and redness-relieving properties; the formula also features fellow skin soothers zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, and copper sulfate to help heal skin.
—Emily Orofino, Allure, 24 Oct. 2024
Coffee, tea, fruit juices, mineral water and soft drinks are also available.
—Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined above
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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 24 Jan. 2025.
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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