lemon squash

noun

, British.

1. lemon soda; a soft drink of lemon juice and soda water.

lemon squash

noun

1. a drink made from a sweetened lemon concentrate and water

Word History and Origins

Origin of lemon squash¹

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

Mr. Craik, let me give you some of this lemon squash; I made it myself.

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"I don't know much about it, and care less," said Mr. Framett, and called for a lemon squash.

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Our own lemon squash and lime juice cordial are entirely free from any form of preservative, including alcohol.

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Lemon squash all very well, but a mixed fruit squash in your tail-coat pocket not so refreshing.

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As Lily was stirring her lemon-squash, her languid forearm looked very white swaying from the somber mufflings of her cloak.

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