whole milk

noun

: milk that contains approximately 3% to 4% milk fat by weight

Whole milk contains roughly the same amount of protein and calcium as fat-free milk, but it has nearly twice as many calories. Some people, on the other hand, prefer the taste and texture of whole milk.

—Caroline Hopkins Legaspi

Examples of whole milk in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cow’s milk has saturated fat, and the high amount in 2% and whole milk can increase heart disease risk, which is already elevated in people with high blood sugar or diabetes. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2026

Gradually pour in 2½ cups whole milk, warmed, whisking constantly until combined. — Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026

Adding whole milk and a handful of walnuts helps round it out. — Lauren Manaker Ms, HEALTH, 26 Oct. 2026

Prepared daily with whole milk, Greek yogurt and kaffir, Nudes’ product opts for toppings like pistachio and baklava crisp over sugary candy or sprinkles, Solonin said. — Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above