English Explanatory Dictionary

Dr Pepper

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A brand of sweet, cherry-esque–flavoured carbonated soft drink similar to (but distinct from) cola that is produced by the company Keurig Dr Pepper.
noun
  1. A serving of Dr Pepper.

Word forms

Dr Pepper Doctor Pepper Dr. Pepper Dr Peppers

Etymology

Coined around 1885 as Dr. Pepper by Wade Morrison, the owner of the store in which the drink was invented by Charles Alderton. Its etymology is uncertain, though several ultimately unsubstantiated theories exist.

Derived words

Flaming Dr Pepper pepper soda
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