| 释义 |
fizz
I. \ˈfiz\ intransitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-es)
Etymology: probably of imitative origin
1. : to make a hissing or sputtering sound (as of a freshly poured effervescent beverage or a burning fuse) : effervesce
2. : to exhibit strong excitement or exhilaration
< fizzing with the desire to learn the latest hot news — P.G.Wodehouse >
< letters home fizzed with high spirits — Time >
II. noun
(-es)
1.
a. : a hissing sound
< the fizz of champagne >
b. : liveliness, activity
2. : an effervescent beverage (as ginger ale or champagne); specifically : a tall drink variously made of spirituous liquor, carbonated water. and lemon juice often with the yolk or the white of an egg or both, sweetened, and chilled
< sloe-gin fizz >
< brandy fizz > |