lemonade

noun
UK /ˌleməˈneɪd/
US /ˌleməˈneɪd/

A sweet drink made from lemons, water, and sugar.

On hot days, we sell lemonade at a stand on our street.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A drink made from lemon juice mixed with water and sugar, often carbonated in British usage.

She ordered a fizzy lemonade with her lunch.

3. A pale yellow color, like the drink.

The walls were painted a soft lemonade yellow.

4. Something disappointing or of poor quality, in informal use.

That movie was total lemonade—nothing like the trailer.

5. A mixture or situation that is sour or difficult to handle, figuratively.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.