yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt ˈyō-gərt How to pronounce yogurt (audio)
variants or less commonly yoghurt
: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of two bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) have been added

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Lassi, a smoothie-like drink made with yogurt, is also on the menu along with lemonade and soft drinks. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 In the book’s 16 central chapters, Roden wanders from central categories such as yogurt, egg dishes, breads and pickles, showing how the countries of this region prepare stunning variations of common foodstuffs. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026 His Protein-Packed Overnight Oats reach 30 grams with whey protein, rolled oats, milk, chia, full-fat yogurt, maple syrup, pecans and apples. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026 To reduce carbs, try switching to plain yogurt with fresh berries. — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for yogurt

Word History

Etymology

Turkish yoğurt

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of yogurt was in 1625

Phrases Containing yogurt

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yogurt

noun
yo·​gurt
variants also yoghurt
ˈyō-gərt How to pronounce yogurt (audio)
: a slightly acidic semisolid food that is often flavored and sweetened and is made of milk that has been soured by the addition of bacteria

Medical Definition

yogurt

noun
yo·​gurt
variants also yoghurt
ˈyō-gərt How to pronounce yogurt (audio)
: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus (L. bulgarius) and Streptococcus (S. thermophilus) have been added

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