milk of almonds

American  

noun

1. almond milk.

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Etymology

Origin of milk of almonds

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

Wash thoroughly with milk of almonds, which can be obtained at the drug store.

From Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society by Young, John H.

The infusion yields a yellowish liquor, which tastes like milk of almonds.

From Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 2 by Humboldt, Alexander von

When he heard of the murder he shut himself up for three days, and refused all food, except "milk of almonds."

From An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 by Cusack, Mary Frances

They prepare many refreshing drinks to be used in place of water by using oranges, lemons, limes, cocoanuts, and the milk of almonds.

From Little Journey to Puerto Rico For Intermediate and Upper Grades by George, Marian Minnie

Carbonate of potassa, twenty grains; milk of almonds, three ounces; oil of sassafras, three drops.

From Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society by Young, John H.