vichy water
Americannoun
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a natural mineral water from springs at Vichy, containing sodium bicarbonate, other alkaline salts, etc., used in the treatment of digestive disturbances, gout, etc.
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a water of similar composition, either natural or artificial.
noun
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(sometimes capital) a natural mineral water from springs at Vichy in France, reputed to be beneficial to the health
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any sparkling mineral water resembling this
Etymology
Origin of vichy water
First recorded in 1855–60
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