koumiss
/'ku:mis/ Cách viết khác : (kumiss) /'ku:mis/
Definition
- Noun:
- An alcoholic beverage made from fermented mare's milk: "Koumiss" is a traditional drink, originally made by the nomadic peoples of Central Asia, produced by fermenting the milk of a female horse.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The travelers were offered koumiss by the herders on the steppe.
- Koumiss has a slightly sour and effervescent quality.
Advanced Usage
- Cultural and Historical Context: The term "koumiss" is strongly associated with the pastoral cultures of Central Asia, such as the Mongols and Kazakhs. It is not just a beverage but also holds cultural and sometimes ritual significance.
- The preparation of koumiss is an ancient practice among Eurasian nomads.
Variants and Related Words
- Kumiss: An alternative spelling for "koumiss".
- Kumiss is another common transliteration of the same beverage.
Synonyms
- Fermented mare's milk: A descriptive synonym.
- Airag: The Mongolian name for the same or a very similar beverage.
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs or Idioms)
- Fermentation: The chemical process by which the milk sugars are converted into alcohol and acids to create koumiss.
- Mare: A female horse, whose milk is the essential ingredient.
Noun
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an alcoholic beverage made from fermented mare's milk; made originally by nomads of central Asia
