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champagne

/ʃæmˈpeɪn/

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noun

A sparkling white wine made from a blend of grapes, especially Chardonnay and pinot, produced in Champagne, France, by the méthode champenoise.

Examples :

"My aunt brought a bottle of champagne to celebrate my graduation. "

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noun

Any sparkling wine made by the méthode champenoise.

Examples :

"My grandmother brought a bottle of champagne to celebrate my graduation. "

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noun

Any sparkling white wine.

Examples :

"My grandmother brought a bottle of champagne to celebrate my graduation. "

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noun

A glass of champagne.

Examples :

"My sister brought a champagne to celebrate her promotion at work. "

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noun

A very pale brownish-gold colour, similar to that of champagne.

Examples :

"The new paint on the walls had a lovely champagne colour. "

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verb

To ply or treat with champagne.

Examples :

"The host champagned the graduating class to celebrate their achievements. "

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verb

To drink champagne.

Examples :

"After finishing her exams, Sarah decided to champagne with her friends at a local café. "

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adjective

Of a very pale brownish-gold colour, similar to that of champagne.

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"The antique vase held a champagne-colored liquid, reflecting the soft light of the room. "

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