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

Breakfast is taken in the same restaurant, with a generous selection of baked goods made in-house, plus fruits, yogurts, cereals, and charcuterie. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Enjoy Greek yogurt topped with fresh fruit and seeds, or mix it into smoothies or smoothie bowls. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 18 Sep. 2026

Salt-Roasted Beet Salad Roasted beets pair with fresh herbs, fennel, spiced pepitas, and a swoop of strained yogurt. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 Sep. 2026

The festivities featured live performances plus events in museums, libraries, bookstores, cafes/coffee shops, yogurt/ice cream shops and more. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

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