segar

Segar is a term that appears in different languages and contexts, carrying distinct meanings. In English-language usage, Segar is most notably a surname. The most famous bearer is Elzie Crisler Segar (1894–1938), an American cartoonist best known for creating Popeye the Sailor. He developed Popeye within the Thimble Theatre comic strip, and the character became a long-running part of popular culture. The surname Segar is relatively uncommon and appears in various English-language contexts as a family name.

In Spanish, segar is a verb meaning to mow or reap, i.e., to cut down crops or grass. It is used in agricultural and rural contexts and has several tenses; for example, the past tense form segó means “mowed.” The term emphasizes the act of cutting, harvesting, or shortening something.

In Malay and Indonesian, segar is an adjective meaning fresh or cool. It is commonly used to describe food, drinks, or the weather. Phrases such as makanan segar (fresh food) and udara segar (fresh air) illustrate its everyday usage, and the word frequently appears in marketing and product labeling to convey freshness.