skim milk

noun

: milk from which the cream has been taken

called also skimmed milk

Examples of skim milk in a Sentence

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This is a win for anyone who’s never been thrilled about skim milk. Outside, 24 Mar. 2026 Buttermilk made from whole-fat milk has a creamier consistency than buttermilk made from skim milk. Emily Saladino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026 Consider starting with 2% milk, then move to 1% before choosing fat-free skim milk. Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2026 Skyr Skyr is an Icelandic cultured dairy product made from skim milk and thermophilic lactic acid bacteria cultures. Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skim milk

Word History

First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of skim milk was in 1596

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“Skim milk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skim%20milk. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

skim milk

noun
: milk from which the cream has been removed

called also skimmed milk

Medical Definition

skim milk

noun
: milk from which the cream has been taken

called also skimmed milk

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