curd
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Noun — The thickened part of milk that separates out when it sours or is treated with enzymes, used to make cheese.
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Etymology
From Middle English curd, an altered form of "crud" — both ultimately mean a coagulated substance.
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What does “curd” mean?
The word “curd” means the thickened part of milk that separates out when it sours or is treated with enzymes, used to make cheese. In plain terms, the solid, lumpy part of soured or treated milk, used to make cheese and similar foods.
How do you pronounce “curd”?
“Curd” is pronounced kurd (/kɜː(ɹ)d/ in IPA).
How do you use “curd” in a sentence?
Here is “curd” used in a sentence: “They pressed the curd into molds to make fresh cheese.”
What part of speech is “curd”?
Depending on how it is used, “curd” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “curd” come from?
The word “curd” comes from Middle English. From Middle English curd, an altered form of "crud" — both ultimately mean a coagulated substance.
How many meanings does “curd” have?
“Curd” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the thickened part of milk that separates out when it sours or is treated with enzymes, used to make cheese.