champagne
UK[ʃæmˈpeɪn]US[ʃæmˈpeɪn]
n
a type of expensive french white wine that has many bubbles and is often drunk on special occasions
Etymology
the word 'champagne' entered english in the late 17th century directly from french, where it originally denoted the geographical region in northeastern france. the name of the region itself comes from late latin 'campania', meaning 'open country' or 'plain', derived from latin 'campus' (field). the modern, specific meaning for the sparkling wine produced in that region via the méthode champenoise became legally protected in the 20th century, tying the product inextricably to its place of origin. thus, the term evolved from a general toponym into a precise appellation for a luxury beverage.
Analysis
this is a loanword from french, adopted as a simplex form in english. the name derives from the champagne region in france.
Examples
they celebrated their anniversary with a bottle of vintage champagne.
the sound of a champagne cork popping signaled the start of the new year.
the region's economy is heavily dependent on the production of champagne.