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bubbles

n. uncountable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈbəbəɫz// UK //bˈʌbəlz// bub·bles Slang

n. a fun, informal name for champagne or other sparkling wines with gas in them. People often use this word at parties or celebrations.

n. an informal or slang term for champagne or other carbonated sparkling wines. Often used in social or celebratory contexts.


SIMPLE

Let's open a bottle of bubbles to celebrate your new job.

CONTEXTUAL

The host greeted every guest at the door with a chilled glass of bubbles and a small appetizer.

COMPLEX

While the connoisseur preferred a vintage red, the rest of the wedding party was perfectly content with the endless flow of bubbles provided during the reception.

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