milk sugar

noun

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Lactose intolerance is caused by a lack of the enzyme lactase, leading to digestive symptoms when the body cannot break down milk sugar. Allison Forsyth, Health, 15 Apr. 2026 The combination of protein, natural milk sugars, fiber, and plant compounds help slow digestion and support a smoother glucose response. Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026 For example, fructose (fruit sugar) is converted to glucose in the liver, and so is galactose (a component of milk sugar). Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 25 July 2025 Reminiscent of a Dole Whip soft serve, the Pineapple Swirl is a double milkshake IPA with pineapple purée, vanilla, soft serve, and milk sugar. Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for milk sugar

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First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of milk sugar was in 1846

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“Milk sugar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/milk%20sugar. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.

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