energy drink

noun

: a usually carbonated beverage that typically contains caffeine and other ingredients (such as taurine and ginseng) intended to increase the drinker's energy

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The chain’s choice to partner with a competitor rather than using an energy drink affiliated with Coke, like Monster, has sparked speculation about the state of the companies’ more than 70-year-long relationship. — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026 The Utah brand, which operates six locations in the Boise area, is welcoming guests to try a 16-ounce energy drink for free. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 21 Aug. 2026 The lineup includes coffee and energy drink flavors such as the sugar-free version of the 7 Brew Energy Ocean Breeze, made with blue raspberry and coconut. — Saleen Martin, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 McGregor had surgery this week and decided to celebrate by getting an energy drink delivered to him by drone. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for energy drink

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of energy drink was in 1904

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“Energy drink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/energy%20drink. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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