whey

noun

ˈ(h)wā 

: the watery part of milk that is separated from the coagulable part or curd especially in the process of making cheese and that is rich in lactose, minerals, and vitamins and contains lactalbumin and traces of fat

wheylike

ˈ(h)wā-ˌlīk 

adjective

Examples of whey in a Sentence

The curd has separated from the whey.

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, according to various studies, women going through perimenopause and menopause should prioritize ingredients like whey protein, omega-3 fatty acids and creatine, along with stress management through exercise, quality sleep and mindful nutrition. —Nicole Dunn, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

Levels Grass Fed Whey Protein, Double Chocolate Supplementing with whey protein has been shown to improve muscle growth and strength and support fat loss.9 Each 32-gram scoop of Levels Grass Fed Whey Protein contains 24 grams of protein. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 25 Nov. 2024

Allergic reactions to milk are immune responses to proteins—whey and casein—in the milk, unlike lactose intolerance reactions which produce gut symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal cramping. —David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024

Curd formation: Once the curds form, they are gently cooked and separated from the whey. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English hwæg; akin to Middle Dutch wey whey

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing whey

• whey-face

Kids Definition

whey

noun

ˈhwā 

ˈwā

: the watery part of milk that separates after the milk has soured and thickened especially in the process of making cheese compare curd sense 1

Medical Definition

whey

noun

ˈhwā  ˈwā 

: the serum or watery part of milk that is separated from the coagulable part or curd especially in the process of making cheese and that is rich in lactose, minerals, and vitamins and contains lactalbumin and traces of fat