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dairy

[ˈdeəri]

dairy Definition

  • 1a place where milk and cream are processed and where butter and cheese are made
  • 2food made from milk, such as butter, cheese, and yogurt

Using dairy: Examples

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

  • Example

    The dairy produces a variety of cheeses.

  • Example

    She avoids dairy products because she is lactose intolerant.

  • Example

    The dairy industry is an important part of the local economy.

dairy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dairy

  • creamery
  • milk production facility
  • cheese factory

Phrases with dairy

  • cows that are raised for their milk

    Example

    The farm has a herd of dairy cattle.

  • a person who raises cows for their milk

    Example

    My grandfather was a dairy farmer for many years.

  • the section of a grocery store where dairy products are sold

    Example

    I need to pick up some milk from the dairy aisle.

Origins of dairy

from Old English 'dæge', meaning 'kneader of bread'

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Summary: dairy in Brief

The term 'dairy' [ˈdeəri] refers to a place where milk and cream are processed into food products like butter, cheese, and yogurt. It also refers to these food products themselves, which are made from milk. Examples include 'The dairy produces a variety of cheeses.' and 'She avoids dairy products because she is lactose intolerant.' Other phrases include 'dairy cattle,' 'dairy farmer,' and 'dairy aisle.'

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