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Kefir
Sounds like
kuhfeer
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Simple meaning
What does Kefir mean?
Kefir is a tangy cultured milk drink.
Dictionary definition
A tangy cultured milk drink made with helpful bacteria and yeast.
Example sentences
Kefir in a sentence
easy
Dad poured kefir into a smoothie.
medium
Some people drink kefir because it has a tangy taste and creamy texture.
hard
The food label explained that kefir is made by culturing milk with tiny living organisms.
Synonyms
Words like Kefir
cultured milkA descriptive phrase for milk changed by helpful cultures.
drinkA general word for something people can drink.
Antonyms
Opposite words
solid foodA contrast because kefir is a drink.
plain milkA contrast because kefir is cultured and tangy.
Word family
Kefir word family
Base word
kefir
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does kefir mean?
Kefir is a cultured drink usually made from milk.
Practice 2
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: She added ____ to the smoothie for a tangy flavor.
Kefir is a drink that can be used in smoothies.
Practice 3
Which word is the best antonym or contrast for kefir?
Solid food contrasts with kefir because kefir is a drink.
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