prosecco

noun

pro·​sec·​co prō-ˈse-kō How to pronounce prosecco (audio)
plural proseccos
: a dry Italian sparkling wine

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Another barrage of fireworks erupted from the canyon, and locals gathered on the terraces to play music and sip prosecco and cheer. Liam Hess, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025 And when free prosecco, hors d’oeuvres, and a protection spell aren’t enough of a draw, Cortland is also telling the relatives that Lasher — whom most of the family views as a sort of personal Jesus — will also be there and available for heart-to-hearts. Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 19 Jan. 2025 Soon enough, we were escorted aboard, and prosecco and snacks soon appeared. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025 The signature drink is Círculo Spritz, a refreshing blend of Aperol, prosecco, and soda, perfect for watching the sunset. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for prosecco 

Word History

Etymology

Italian, a grape variety, probably from Prosecco (Prosek), town near Trieste

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prosecco was in 1881

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“Prosecco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prosecco. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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