milt
1 synonym for milt, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The spleen of an animal, especially one raised for food.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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Etymology
From Old English milte ("spleen"), tracing back through Germanic languages to a root meaning "to crush or grind" — related to German Milz and Dutch milt.
Full origin of milt →Frequently asked questions
What does “milt” mean?
The word “milt” means the spleen of an animal, especially one raised for food. In plain terms, a specialist word: either an animal's spleen, or the milky reproductive fluid/organ of a male fish.
How do you pronounce “milt”?
“Milt” is pronounced mihlt (/mɪlt/ in IPA).
How do you use “milt” in a sentence?
Here is “milt” used in a sentence: “The butcher set the milt aside with the other offal.”
What part of speech is “milt”?
“Milt” is a noun.
Where does the word “milt” come from?
The word “milt” comes from Old English. From Old English milte ("spleen"), tracing back through Germanic languages to a root meaning "to crush or grind" — related to German Milz and Dutch milt.
How many meanings does “milt” have?
“Milt” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the spleen of an animal, especially one raised for food.
Related words
miltsiekte
miltz
