cream — the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk
Pronunciation (IPA): /kriːm/
Example Sentences
- My cat somehow got into the cream and now looks like a white furball with guilty eyes.
- She's the cream of the crop when it comes to making excuses for being late.
- The recipe calls for heavy cream to make the sauce rich and smooth.
cream
NOUN[/kriːm/]
the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid that rises to the top of milk
She spreads thick cream on warm scones at the cozy farmhouse breakfast table.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'cream' derives from Old French 'cresme', which came from Latin 'chrisma', meaning 'ointment' or 'to anoint with oil'. Originally referring to the fatty portion separated from milk, the term gradually expanded to denote various substances with a smooth, thick consistency.
Breakdown
Old French 'cresme' from Latin 'chrisma' (ointment, anointing oil), ultimately from Greek 'chrisma' related to 'chriein' (to anoint or rub with oil).
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📝Examples
“My cat somehow got into the cream and now looks like a white furball with guilty eyes.”
“She's the cream of the crop when it comes to making excuses for being late.”
“The recipe calls for heavy cream to make the sauce rich and smooth.”
“He applied the healing cream to his sunburned shoulders.”
“The walls were painted in a warm cream shade that made the room feel cozy.”
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