coconut milk
noun
1
: a thick, white, milky liquid extracted from grated coconut after it has been soaked in boiling water
2
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Nasi lemak is one of the main breakfast items, which is like a coconut milk rice.
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AFAR Media, 30 May 2026
At Starbucks, water, lemonade and coconut milk are all options for Refreshers' liquid base.
—Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The poisson cru à la Tahitienne—a local take on ceviche made with tuna, lime, and coconut milk—wins raves at lunch time, as does the burger.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
The drink can be customized with lemonade or coconut milk, too.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 18 May 2026
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AFAR Media, 30 May 2026
At Starbucks, water, lemonade and coconut milk are all options for Refreshers' liquid base.
—Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The poisson cru à la Tahitienne—a local take on ceviche made with tuna, lime, and coconut milk—wins raves at lunch time, as does the burger.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
The drink can be customized with lemonade or coconut milk, too.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for coconut milk
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“Coconut milk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coconut%20milk. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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