Fizzing

/ˈfɪzɪŋ/ verb

The process of producing bubbles and a hissing sound, like when carbonated drinks release gas.

From the Middle English 'fisen,' an imitative word meant to replicate the sound of bubbles escaping. The '-ing' ending shows continuous action. The word has always been connected to the specific sound and visual of carbonation.

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