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

Start by blending star fruit slices with other fruits, such as bananas, mangoes, or strawberries, and a liquid base like coconut water, almond milk, or yogurt. —Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 13 Jan. 2025

Mughlai chicken is an easy skillet recipe that's made with boneless, skinless chicken thighs and a heavily spiced yogurt sauce. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025

Key findings included: Foods and drinks rich in calcium, such as milk and yogurt, were associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer. —Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 10 Jan. 2025

Set in a spacious sunlit room opening onto a terrace, the selection of pastries includes the chef’s creations, with plenty of yogurts, cold cuts, and cheeses mixed in. —Kasia Dietz, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2025

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