curd
Translation
curd
Examples
Cheese is made from milk curds.
Cheese is made from milk curds.
Lemon curd is delicious on toast.
Lemon curd is delicious on toast.
Grammar Patterns
a substance from milk used for cheese Cheese is made from milk curds.
Similar Words
Synonyms: coagulated milk, clabber
Etymology
From Middle English, possibly related to Old English 'crudan' (to press, push), referring to the pressing of milk.
Memory Tips
Think of 'curdled' milk. When milk sours, it separates into solid parts (curds) and liquid (whey).