yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt ˈyō-gərt 

variants or less commonly yoghurt

: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of two bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) have been added

Examples of yogurt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These often contain high-protein foods like cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, or black beans. — Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2026

The breakfast buffet includes plenty of healthy options, such as overnight oats, matcha, and Greek yogurt with fresh figs and thyme honey. — Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream in the crema for a lighter finish. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

Step 2 Uncover pan and add ¼ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt and ½ tsp. — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Turkish yoğurt

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing yogurt

• frozen yogurt

Kids Definition

yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt

variants also yoghurt

ˈyō-gərt 

: a slightly acidic semisolid food that is often flavored and sweetened and is made of milk that has been soured by the addition of bacteria

Medical Definition

yogurt

noun

yo·​gurt

variants also yoghurt

ˈyō-gərt 

: a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus (L. bulgarius) and Streptococcus (S. thermophilus) have been added