Word: Semi-skimmed milk
Definition:
Semi-skimmed milk is a type of milk that has had some of the cream removed. Cream is the fatty part of the milk that makes it richer and thicker. Semi-skimmed milk has less fat than whole milk but more fat than skimmed milk.
Usage Instructions:
- You can use semi-skimmed milk in cooking, baking, and in your drinks, like coffee or tea. - It is a popular choice for people who want a balance between the richness of whole milk and the lower fat content of skimmed milk.
Example Sentence:
“I prefer to drink semi-skimmed milk in my cereal because it’s healthier than whole milk but still tastes good.”
Advanced Usage:
- In recipes that call for milk, you can often substitute semi-skimmed milk for whole milk or skimmed milk, depending on your preference for creaminess and fat content. - In nutritional discussions, semi-skimmed milk is often recommended for those trying to reduce fat intake without completely eliminating dairy.
Word Variants:
- Whole milk: Milk that contains all of its cream. - Skimmed milk: Milk with almost all of the cream removed, making it very low in fat. - Low-fat milk: Milk that has a reduced fat content but may still have more fat than semi-skimmed milk.
Different Meanings:
- The term "semi" means partially or halfway. In other contexts, it can refer to something that is not complete or is in-between two states (like a semi-final in sports).
Synonyms:
- Reduced-fat milk - Part-skim milk
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "semi-skimmed milk," you might hear phrases like: - "Skim off the top," which means to take the best or most valuable part of something, similar to how cream is removed from milk.