coconut water

noun

: the clear liquid within a young, fresh coconut

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Her recipe calls for both coconut milk and coconut water, the latter providing an extra dose of hydration, a welcome boost to those observing Ramadan. Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025 Along with consuming electrolyte-rich fluids like coconut water can help prevent imbalances and support overall hydration status. Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025 Bold and unabashed tropical flavors swirl around with sugar cane juice, rum, and coconut water, making a delicious drink full of character. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 The concoction consists of lemon juice, lime juice, coconut water, filtered water, and salt, and supposedly has all the benefits of Gatorade without any of the downsides. Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coconut water

Word History

First Known Use

1769, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of coconut water was in 1769

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“Coconut water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coconut%20water. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.

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