yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt ˈyō-gərt 

variants or less commonly yoghurt

: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of two bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) have been added

Examples of yogurt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Try mixing in a spoonful of yogurt to sweeten your oatmeal while upping the protein content. —Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025

The breakfast buffet, though modest in size, has a selection of homemade pastries and cakes, local cheeses, charcuterie, yogurt, and fresh fruit—all of very high quality—and made-to-order eggs are included. —Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025

Greek Yogurt with Berries and Dark Chocolate Chips If a big bowl of ice cream is your kryptonite, Greek yogurt mixed with berries and dark chocolate chips is an excellent alternative. —Christina Manian, Health, 22 Oct. 2025

In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, tomato paste, soy sauce and 1 tablespoon oregano. —The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Turkish yoğurt

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing yogurt

• frozen yogurt

Kids Definition

yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt

variants also yoghurt

ˈyō-gərt 

: a slightly acidic semisolid food that is often flavored and sweetened and is made of milk that has been soured by the addition of bacteria

Medical Definition

yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt

variants also yoghurt

ˈyō-gərt 

: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus (L. bulgarius) and Streptococcus (S. thermophilus) have been added