Tonic water (or Indian tonic water) is a carbonated soft drink, in which quinine is dissolved. Originally used as a prophylactic against malaria, tonic water usually now has a significantly lower quinine content and is consumed for its distinctive bitter flavour. It is often used in mixed drinks, particularly in gin and tonic.
近义、反义、联想词
近义词
n.
soft drink
英英词典
tonic water n.
lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine