Yogurt Definition & Meaning

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yogurt American [yoh-gert] / ˈyoʊ gərt / Or yoghurt

noun

1. a tart, custardlike food made from milk curdled by the action of bacterial cultures, sometimes sweetened or flavored.

yogurt British / ˈjɒɡ-, ˈjəʊɡət /

noun

1. a thick custard-like food prepared from milk that has been curdled by bacteria, often sweetened and flavoured with fruit, chocolate, etc

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Etymology

Origin of yogurt

First recorded in 1615–25; from Turkish yoğurt

Example Sentences

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He waited for the yogurt department and pointed again, because his mom always said yes to yogurt.

From Literature

But he also didn’t like to eat leftovers, or cheese that had to be sliced, or any of the yogurt flavors in the fridge.

From Literature

She opened the refrigerator, a gallery of fruits and vegetables and cheeses and yogurts, with a whole shelf full of drinks.

From Literature

And if dairy milk or yogurt feels heavy, plant-based alternatives like coconut or soy milk work beautifully.

From Salon

They can be added to smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, salads, or baked goods.

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