condensed milk

American  

noun

1. whole milk reduced by evaporation to a thick consistency, with sugar added.

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condensed milk British  

noun

1. milk reduced by evaporation to a thick concentration, with sugar added Compare evaporated milk

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Etymology

Origin of condensed milk

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

Condensed milk, when not thoroughly boiled in the process of condensation, is liable to harbor disease-germs the same as any other milk.

From Science in the Kitchen. by Kellogg, Mrs. E. E.

Condensed milk is milk that has been evaporated under reduced pressure with or without the addition of sugar.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

Condensed milk, her ladyship means," said the doctor, "boiled down, you know, and thickened.

From Prudy Keeping House by May, Sophie

Condensed milk does not sour as long as the can remains unopened.

From The Science of Human Nature A Psychology for Beginners by Pyle, William Henry

Condensed milk was sold for 10s. a tin, other things, particularly medicines, were becoming priceless.

From South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 by Creswicke, Louis