cider
/ˈsaɪ̯.dɚ/
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Also seen as: ciders
Sense 1
Meaning · English
An alcoholic, often sparkling (carbonated) beverage made from fermented apples.
NounRegister: UK
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
This or any similar alcoholic drink made from similar fruit, such as pears.
Noun
Examples
The procedures for cyser are identical to cider with a notable exception: honey is a much more complex sugar than cane or corn sugars, meaning honey takes a long time to clear and an even longer time (at least six months) to ferment out[…]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cider” mean?
An alcoholic, often sparkling (carbonated) beverage made from fermented apples.
Is “cider” formal or informal?
cider is generally UK.