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adjective non·fat \ ˈnän-ˈfat \

Definition of nonfat

:lacking fat solids :having fat solids removed
  • nonfat milk

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First Known Use of nonfat

1905

NONFAT Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of nonfat for English Language Learners

  • : having no fat : with the fat removed

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nonfat

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adjective non·fat \ ˈnän-ˈfat \

medical Definition of nonfat

:lacking fat solids :having fat solids removed
  • nonfat milk

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