curdling

[ˈkɜːd(ə)lɪŋ]

curdling Definition

  • 1the process of separating or causing a liquid to separate into curds or lumps
  • 2to form curds or lumps

Using curdling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "curdling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The milk is curdling and needs to be thrown away.

  • Example

    The lemon juice will cause the milk to curdle.

  • Example

    The heat caused the sauce to curdle.

curdling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for curdling

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Summary: curdling in Brief

Curdling [ˈkɜːd(ə)lɪŋ] refers to the process of separating or causing a liquid to separate into curds or lumps. It can also mean to form curds or lumps. Examples include 'The milk is curdling and needs to be thrown away,' and 'The heat caused the sauce to curdle.' Synonyms include clotting, coagulating, and thickening.