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

Greek Yogurt with Berries Greek yogurt paired with a handful of fresh berries, like blueberries or raspberries, is a nutrient-dense treat. —Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 19 June 2025

However, interspersed among the 500-year-old artifacts, the researchers also found lots of modern trash—everything from beer cans and yogurt containers to plastic bottles and fishing nets. —Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025

This is a side dish, so opt instead for Grilled Asparagus or Fried Zucchini, this last option served with a bell pepper yogurt dipping sauce. —Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025

That sugary pastry or greasy breakfast sandwich suddenly looks more appealing than your usual yogurt and berries. —Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 16 June 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