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 creates a silky texture, while garlic, lemon juice, cumin, black pepper, and grated nutmeg deliver plenty of flavor. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026

Pair foods like Greek yogurt with fruit, or eggs with nuts for a more satisfying snack. — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 22 July 2026

Other items best kept off the door include yogurt, cottage cheese, leftovers, and most dairy products that benefit from stable refrigeration. — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 21 July 2026

Juicy peach slices mix with peach jam to make an ultra-easy topping for this no-bake summer pie made with yogurt. — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 21 July 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