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

Such treatment is contrary to French and European law that states natural mineral water cannot undergo any processes that change its original state.

From Barron's

The problem was that under EU law, "natural mineral water" – which sells at a huge premium over tap water – is supposed to be unaltered between the underground source and the bottle.

From BBC

The company recalled its frozen acai bowls in February due to possible contamination from foreign material and recalled sparkling mineral water in March after learning that 1% of the glass bottles could have damage.

From Los Angeles Times

Beverage giant Nongfu Spring is considered a Chinese business success story, with its mineral water bottles a ubiquitous sight across the country’s convenience stores and restaurant tables.

From BBC

Soda water, mineral water, tonic water and flavored water are similar, but not the same product.

From Salon