Soda (noun)

1. A type of carbonated drink, usually flavored and sweetened, served cold.
2. Sodium carbonate, a white soluble crystalline substance used in the manufacture of glass and detergents, as a cleaning agent, and as a raising agent in cooking.

Origin:

Late 18th century: abbreviation of soda water, originally a trademark.

Examples:

1. She ordered a soda with her meal.
2. The soda tasted sweet and fizzy.
3. The glass of soda had ice and a slice of lemon.
4. Soda was added to the pool to raise the pH levels.
5. The manufacturer used soda in the production of glass.