yogurt
UK: ˈjɒɡət | US: ˈjoʊɡərt
n. a semi-solid fermented dairy product made by bacterial culture, often sweetened or flavored.
The word "yogurt" traces back to Turkish yoğurt, derived from yoğurmak ("to knead or thicken"), reflecting the process of fermenting milk into a dense, creamy texture. The term spread globally through trade and cultural exchange, retaining its core meaning while adapting to local pronunciations (e.g., "yoghurt" in British English). The suffix -urt functions as a nominalizer, typical in Turkic languages.
She topped her granola with fresh yogurt and honey.
Greek yogurt is richer in protein than regular yogurt.
The recipe calls for plain yogurt as a marinade.
He avoids dairy but enjoys coconut-based yogurt.
Yogurt cultures thrive at warm temperatures.