Yolk

/joʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The yellowish part of an egg that nourishes the developing embryo.

The recipe called for three large eggs, and I separated the yolk from the whites.

The fatty substance in an egg that contains proteins and nutrients.

She prefers her eggs sunny-side up so that the yolk stays runny.

The central part of an egg that is surrounded by the egg white.

When frying an egg, be careful not to break the yolk if you want it intact.

A source of nourishment or a key component in many dishes.

The rich flavor of the yolk added depth to the custard.

Middle English 'yolk', from Old English 'geolca', related to 'geolu' meaning 'yellow'

yolk on you

An expression used to indicate that someone is at fault.

yolk sac

The part of the egg that provides nutrients to an embryo before the development of the placenta.

albumen

The clear, viscous part of an egg that surrounds the yolk.

ovule

The female gamete, which develops into an egg after fertilization.

Yolk as a term for something soft or gooey.

This cookie is so gooey, it’s like a yolk!

Used to describe a lazy or slow person.

Don’t be such a yolk, get moving!