1. Sparkling or effervescent, especially of wine; containing bubbles of carbon dioxide.
Usage: French loanword; commonly used in wine terminology

1. A sparkling wine, typically French, that is less expensive than champagne.
Usage: French loanword; wine industry term

Examples

• The mousseux wine had a pleasant fizz and delicate flavor.
• She ordered a glass of mousseux instead of the more expensive champagne.
• This mousseux Vouvray is a popular choice for celebrations.
• The mousseux bubbles tickled her nose as she took a sip.
• French mousseux wines offer excellent value for sparkling wine lovers.
• The label indicated this was a mousseux from the Loire Valley.