Simple Definition of curd

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curd

noun

plural curds
: a thick substance that forms when milk becomes sour and that is used to make cheese
The curds have separated from the whey.
The curd has separated from the whey.

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“Curd.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/curd. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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