almond milk

noun

plural almond milks
: a liquid made from ground almonds that is usually fortified (as with calcium and vitamins) and used as a milk substitute

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It can be made either with dairy milk or non-dairy alternatives, such as coconut, oat, or almond milk. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 9 June 2026 An iced Americano, little bit of almond milk—that’s my little comfort warm hug. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026 Inside a reach-in cooler, milk and almond milk measured 52 and 57 degrees, respectively. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 Whole milk and creamier oat milks often make a drink feel more substantial, which may help curb mid-morning hunger, while lighter options like skim or almond milk keep the cup lower in calories but may not provide the same sense of fullness. — Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for almond milk

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of almond milk was in the 14th century

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“Almond milk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/almond%20milk. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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