Soda

/ˈsoʊdə/ noun

Definition

carbonated soft drink; sodium carbonate

Etymology

from Arabic 'suwwad', a type of saltwort plant used to make sodium carbonate

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From a humble desert plant to fizzy drinks - soda's journey from Arabic chemistry to American refreshment is quite a trip!

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