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yolk

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Noun — The yellow, round part of an egg, surrounded by the egg white, that provides nutrients to a developing embryo.

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Etymology

From Old English "geolca," related to "geolu" meaning "yellow" — the yolk is literally "the yellow part."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “yolk” mean?

The word “yolk” means the yellow, round part of an egg, surrounded by the egg white, that provides nutrients to a developing embryo. In plain terms, the yellow center of an egg, as opposed to the clear-to-white part around it.

How do you pronounce “yolk”?

“Yolk” is pronounced yohk (/joʊk/ in IPA).

How do you use “yolk” in a sentence?

Here is “yolk” used in a sentence: “She separated the yolk from the white before whisking the meringue.”

What part of speech is “yolk”?

“Yolk” is a noun.

Where does the word “yolk” come from?

The word “yolk” comes from Old English. From Old English "geolca," related to "geolu" meaning "yellow" — the yolk is literally "the yellow part.".

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