malted milk
Americannoun
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a soluble powder made of dehydrated milk and malted cereals.
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a beverage made by dissolving this powder, usually in milk, often with ice cream and flavoring added.
noun
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a soluble powder made from dehydrated milk and malted cereals
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a drink made from this powder
Etymology
Origin of malted milk
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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The palate includes almond nougat, crème brûlée, black tea, white flower petals and malted milk balls.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023
“He launches this bar and starts advertising a chocolate malted milk in a candy bar. He’s making that connection with consumers.”
From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2023
"I had a producer bring me to his office, where he had malted milk balls in a little milk-carton-type container under his arm with the spout open," she claimed in her memoir.
From Fox News • Mar. 21, 2022
It's clear that baked goods are where malted milk powder shines as an ingredient.
From Salon • Aug. 21, 2021
While looking through the cabinet for coffee, I found a half-full jar of Horlick’s malted milk.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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