milkshake

noun

milk·​shake ˈmilk-ˌshāk How to pronounce milkshake (audio)
variants or milk shake
: a thoroughly shaken or blended drink made of milk, a flavoring syrup, and often ice cream
a chocolate milkshake

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Jeff and Gabriel join forces to make their lives less miserable, and at one point Jeff introduces his former-angel friend to the Earthly joys of hamburgers and milkshakes. Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 17 Oct. 2025 The restaurant, famous for its all-beef burgers, milkshakes and fries throughout its 90-plus years in the Detroit area, is opening in a former bakery spot on Eureka Road. Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 17 Oct. 2025 The gas station and convenience store combo, known for its goose mascot, offers built-to-order hoagies, breakfast items, milkshakes, coffee, soft pretzels, soups, and more. Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Oct. 2025 Eight Turn Crepe’s menu also includes gelato, bubble tea, fresh fruit tea, superfood smoothies, Japanese milkshakes and coffee drinks. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for milkshake

Word History

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of milkshake was in 1886

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“Milkshake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/milkshake. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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milk shake

noun
: a thoroughly shaken or blended drink made of milk, a flavoring syrup, and often ice cream
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