yogurt

noun yo·gurt \ ˈyō-gərt \

variants: or less commonly yoghurt

|Updated on: 19 Aug 2018

Definition of yogurt

: 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

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Recent Examples of yogurt from the Web

They will be served on pita bread, with tzatziki (a cucumber and yogurt sauce) and fresh herbs.

— ann maloney, NOLA.com, "New Orleans Greek Fest invites you to dine, wine on the bayou," 22 May 2018
The girls sampled the yogurt with all the spices before adding to the chicken and liked the smell, taste and color of the marinade.

— Philly.com, "Spice blend gave Chicken TIkka Masala a wonderful aroma," 2 May 2018
Top each chip with warm chicken and a dollop of yogurt sauce.

— San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Greconacho," 4 Apr. 2018
Kefir This yogurt-like alternative has been trending over the past year.

— lindsay carlton, Fox News, "4 foods you may not realize are superfoods," 14 Mar. 2018
Jack Nicholson is behind you at the deli, or Elton John is at the buffet, or J.Lo is, like, squatting by the yogurt.

— ashley fetters, GQ, "Jameela Jamil Had Never Acted Before The Good Place," 11 Jan. 2018
Imagine your overnight guests' surprise when they're handed this with their morning yogurt: Major cool points as a host, earned.

— kelsey kloss, ELLE Decor, "The Best Flatware For Potentially Making Your Food Taste Better," 28 Feb. 2017
This week it’s egg and cheese sandwiches every day, but other times it’s avocado, beets, berries, or yogurt.

— laura schwecherl, SELF, "13 Athletes Share How They Recover After a Tough Workout," 14 July 2018
Just Beet It drink is made with beet juice, lemon, ginger and just a touch of an unexpected ingredient — yogurt.

— joy manning, Philly.com, "Where to drink in Philadelphia during Dry July," 12 July 2018

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Origin and Etymology of yogurt

Turkish yoğurt

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First Known Use: 1625

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YOGURT Defined for Kids

yogurt

noun yo·gurt \ ˈyō-gərt \

Definition of yogurt for Students

: a thick soft food that is made of milk soured by the addition of bacteria and that is often flavored and sweetened

Medical Dictionary

yogurt

noun yo·gurt

variants: also yoghurt play \ˈyō-gərt\

medical Definition of yogurt

: 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