Juice

Definition

Juice is a noun that refers to the liquid naturally present in fruits and vegetables, which can be extracted and consumed. It can also mean any liquid extracted from plant or animal tissue. As a verb, it means to extract juice from something or to add vitality or power to something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dʒuːs/
• Respelling: JOOSS

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dʒuːs/
• Respelling: JOOSS

Etymology

The word "juice" originates from Old French "jus," meaning "liquid" or "broth," derived from Latin "jus," meaning "broth" or "sauce." It entered Middle English in the 14th century with the meaning of liquid extracted from substances.

Derivatives

• Juicy (adjective)
• Juicer (noun)
• Juiciness (noun)
• Rejuice (verb)
• Juiced (adjective, informal)

Synonyms

• Extract
• Liquid
• Nectar

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The noun "juice" is commonly used to refer to a liquid extracted from fruits, such as "orange juice" or "apple juice." In informal contexts, it can mean electricity or energy, e.g., "The device needs more juice to operate." As a verb, it can describe the act of extracting juice, such as "She juiced the lemons for the recipe."

Related Terms

• Nectar: A sweet liquid extracted from fruits or flowers.
• Extract: A concentrated liquid derived from a source.
• Beverage: A liquid consumed as a drink.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The liquid extracted from fruits or vegetables: Refers to the naturally occurring liquid that is consumable.
  • Example: "She poured a glass of fresh orange juice."
• A liquid substance extracted from plant or animal tissues: Refers to any fluid derived from a natural source.
  • Example: "The meat’s juice enhanced the flavor of the dish."
• Power or energy (informal): Refers to electricity or vitality.
  • Example: "The car ran out of juice halfway through the journey."

Verb

• To extract juice from fruits or vegetables: Refers to the process of obtaining liquid from a source.
  • Example: "She juiced the apples to make cider."
• To enhance or add vitality to something (informal): Refers to increasing energy or intensity.
  • Example: "The coach’s speech juiced up the team before the game."