Meaning & Definition of word "Cream"

Cream

/kriːm/

1. A thick, rich liquid that is made from the fatty part of milk.
- Example: She added a dollop of cream to her coffee for extra richness.
2. A cosmetic preparation for the skin, typically used for moisturizing or beautifying.
- Example: He applied sunscreen cream before going out into the sun.
3. The best or most admirable part of something.
- Example: The cream of the crop were selected for the championship team.

1. To beat or whisk (a mixture, especially butter and sugar) until fluffy.
- Example: She creamed the butter and sugar together before adding the eggs.
2. To remove the cream from milk.
- Example: He learned how to cream the milk to make butter.

●Middle English, from Old French 'creme', from Latin 'crema', meaning 'the fat of milk'.

cream of the crop:

The best among a group.

rise to the top like cream:

To become successful or prominent.

cream cheese:

A soft, white spreadable cheese made from cream.

cream puff:

A light pastry filled with cream or custard.

sour cream:

A thickened dairy product with a tart flavor.

ice cream:

A sweetened frozen dessert made from dairy.

heavy cream:

The thick part of milk that rises to the top.

whipped cream:

Cream that has been beaten to incorporate air.

Meaning: Money.

● Example Sentence: He pulled out a stack of cream from his wallet.

Meaning: To excel in something.

● Example Sentence: She creamed them in the competition.