carbonation

/ˌkɑrbəˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of dissolving carbon dioxide gas into a liquid, which creates bubbles and makes drinks fizzy.
    • Home soda makers allow you to control the level of carbonation in your drinks.
    • The carbonation of beer is a key step in the brewing process.
    • The carbonation in soda gives it a refreshing, bubbly taste.
  2. The bubbles or fizz in a drink caused by dissolved carbon dioxide gas.
    • The carbonation in this lemonade is so gentle it almost feels like still water.
    • I prefer my sparkling water to have a strong carbonation.
    • After shaking the bottle, the carbonation escaped and the drink went flat.
  3. A chemical reaction in which carbon dioxide is added to a substance, often used in making minerals or in industrial processes.
    • Carbonation of concrete helps it harden and become stronger over time.
    • Geologists study the natural carbonation of rocks as part of the carbon cycle.
    • The carbonation of lime is used in some water treatment plants.
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