While in the UK if you ask for Sprite or 7-up you’ll be given this which is basically carbonated lemonade.
Lemonade
Example Sentences
"A glass of lemonade, please."
"The lemonade is very fizzy."
Etymology & History
In Britain, refers to clear carbonated lemon drink (like Sprite/7UP). American lemonade is non-carbonated lemon juice drink (British: 'traditional lemonade'). This difference causes transatlantic confusion. British lemonade is common mixer (vodka and lemonade, shandy).
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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