Definition

1. Noun:
   • The milk produced by a goat: "goats' milk" refers specifically to the lacteal secretion from goats, used as a beverage or in making dairy products like cheese.

Usage

• "Goats' milk" is used as a non-count noun to refer to the substance in general.
• It is commonly compared to or contrasted with cows' milk.
• It is often used in contexts discussing nutrition, allergies, cooking, or artisanal food production.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Some people prefer goats' milk because it is easier to digest.
  • This cheese is made from pure goats' milk.
  • The recipe calls for one cup of goats' milk.

Advanced Usage

• Nutritional/Medical Context: Used when discussing dietary alternatives or lactose intolerance.
  • Pediatricians sometimes recommend goats' milk formula for infants with certain sensitivities.
• Culinary Context: Highlighted for its distinct flavor in gourmet cooking.
  • The chef's signature panna cotta is made with goats' milk and local honey.

Variants and Related Words

• Goat milk: A common alternative phrasing with the same meaning. (Note: "goats' milk" and "goat milk" are often used interchangeably, though "goats' milk" is the specific term defined here).
• Sheep's milk: The milk from a sheep, another type of animal milk.
• Cows' milk: The milk from a cow, the most common type of milk.

Synonyms

• Caprine milk: (Technical) Milk derived from a goat.

Related Phrases

• Made from goats' milk: A phrase describing the origin of a dairy product.
  • This soft, creamy cheese is made from goats' milk.

Noun

1. the milk of a goat