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

These tales explore alternate histories, life for robots in a post-apocalyptic city, and a plot for world domination by super-intelligent yogurt. —Devonne Goode, Parents, 15 May 2025

How to choose the best protein yogurt As mentioned, not all protein yogurts are created equal. —Ana Morales, Vogue, 14 May 2025

The agency notes that the 12-ounce yogurts were distributed nationwide to retail stores and have an expiration date of May 5, 2025. —Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025

Low-Fat Dairy Products Low-fat dairy products, like milk, cheese, and yogurt, can promote satiety. —Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 9 May 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