yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt ˈyō-gərt 

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

Examples of yogurt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The mash is then mixed with a creamy binder, such as Greek yogurt or mayo, along with seasonings of your choice. — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2026

Step 2 Uncover pan and add ¼ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt and ½ tsp. — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

Greek yogurt, eggs, tofu, beans, fish and meat can all serve the same purpose. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026

Our baked nuggets would also be delicious served with ranch dressing, a bright pesto-yogurt sauce, or our quick barbecue sauce. — Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Turkish yoğurt

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing yogurt

• frozen yogurt

Kids Definition

yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt

variants also yoghurt

ˈyō-gərt 

: 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 

: 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