Whey

/weɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A byproduct of cheese production, the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained.

After making the cheese, she used the leftover whey in her protein shakes.

A source of protein derived from milk, often used in dietary supplements or food products.

The athlete consumed whey protein to aid in muscle recovery after workouts.

In nutritional terms, whey can refer to various protein powders derived from this liquid.

He prefers whey isolate over other protein powders for its higher protein content.

Old English 'wheġ', from Proto-Germanic *wēhą.

whey protein

A popular dietary supplement derived from whey.

whey faces

A slang term used to describe someone looking weak or tired.

casein

The main protein found in milk and cheese.

curds

The solid part of soured milk that forms during cheese production.

Used to refer to someone who is perceived as weak or skinny.

Stop acting like a whey, you can lift more than that!