au lait
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of au lait
< French: literally, with the milk. See lact-
Example Sentences
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Much like how the Big Ten and Pac-12 define the Rose Bowl, the SEC and Big 12 go with the Sugar Bowl like beignets go with a hot cafe au lait.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 28, 2023
Ten fingers, 10 toes, steady breathing, good tone, strong cry, no defects, two small café au lait spots on her thigh—just beauty marks.
From Slate • Nov. 26, 2023
No matter if you call it moghli, riz au lait, sholezard, firni, put chai ko or arroz con leche, rice pudding is a veritable comfort for all.
From Salon • Sep. 27, 2023
Expect café noir and café au lait with madeleines and quiche, plus pain perdu with strawberry, lime and basil, and fregola sarda risotto with octopus, from a menu that changes frequently.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2019
She had just woken up and was having her breakfast: a croissant and café au lait delivered from downstairs.
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
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