Meaning & Definition of word "Buttermilk"
Buttermilk
/ˈbʌtərˌmɪlk/
noun:
- 1. A fermented dairy product made from cow's milk, after the cream has been churned to make butter.
- Example: She used buttermilk in the pancake batter to make them fluffy.
- 2. The liquid that remains after butter has been churned from cream.
- Example: The recipe called for two cups of buttermilk, which she had left over from making butter.
- 3. A drink made by diluting buttermilk with water or milk and often flavored with spices.
- Example: On hot summer days, he enjoyed sipping on cold buttermilk spiced with cumin.
Etymology
●The word buttermilk comes from the combination of 'butter' and 'milk' referring to the milk that remains after butter has been churned.
Common Phrases and Expressions
buttermilk pancakes:
Pancakes made with buttermilk, known for their fluffy texture.
buttermilk biscuits:
Biscuits made with buttermilk, typically flaky and tender.
buttermilk dressing:
A creamy salad dressing made with buttermilk.
Related Words
cream:
The fatty part of milk that rises to the top; used to make butter.
yogurt:
A thickened and fermented dairy product.
kefir:
A fermented milk drink similar to yogurt.
Slang Meanings of buttermilk
Meaning: Refers to something that is sour or unpleasant.
● Example Sentence: That idea was just a big cup of buttermilk.
Meaning: Used to describe something that is rich or indulgent.
● Example Sentence: That dessert was so good; it was pure buttermilk.