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Meaning of cider
The primary meaning of the word "cider" is a drink made from fermented apple juice.
Etymology of cider
The word "cider" originates from the Old French word "cisdre" or "sidre", which is derived from the Latin "sicera", referring to a strong drink, or possibly from the Hebrew "shekar", meaning strong drink.
Historical usage of the term dates back to ancient times when the Romans first encountered a fermented drink made from apples in Gaul (modern-day France) and Britain.
Synonyms
ale
beer
liquor
wine
champagne
mead
perry
brew
cocktail
drink
juice
potion
concoction
beverage
liquid
intoxicant
spirits
liquorice
soft drink
fruit drink
sparkling drink
still cider
dry cider
sweet cider
apple juice
pear cider
fruit wine
dessert wine
ports
sherry
Madeira
vermouth
rum
gin
vodka
whiskey
bourbon
scotch
liqueur
brandy
cognac
Definitions
- A drink made from the fermented juice of apples, typically containing alcohol.
- In some regions, particularly in North America, the term "cider" can also refer to unfermented apple juice.
Usage Examples
- The local farm produces a delicious cider made from a blend of apple varieties.
- In the autumn, the family would often visit the orchard to make fresh cider from the harvested apples.
- The bar served a wide selection of ciders, ranging from sweet to dry and sparkling to still.