mineral water

American  

noun

1. water containing dissolved mineral salts or gases, especially such water considered healthful to drink.

2. British. mineral waters,

   1. carbonated water; soda water.

   2. artificially flavored, bottled soft drinks; soda pop.

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mineral water British  

noun

1. water containing dissolved mineral salts or gases, usually having medicinal properties

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Etymology

Origin of mineral water

First recorded in 1555–65

Example Sentences

Mineral water "is better than tap water" to drink, she says, although bottled water in the UK is lower in minerals than water available elsewhere, such as eastern Europe.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025

Mineral water, which makes up a significant part of Danone's product portfolio, is also subject to VAT.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2023

Mineral water brand Evian and racket maker Head, long-time backers, also released statements hailing the reduction.

From Reuters • Oct. 4, 2016

Mineral water spray: Water sprays, like the brumisateur sold by Evian, can be particularly refreshing.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2011

Mineral water has been found in several parts, and such springs will help both to lead men to the important discovery, and animate them with the hopes of success.

From An Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the Colonies of South Carolina and Georgia, Volume 2 by Hewatt, Alexander