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milkshake

American

[milk-sheyk] / ˈmɪlkˌʃeɪk /

Or milk shake

noun

a frothy drink made of cold milk, flavoring, and usually ice cream, shaken together or blended in a mixer.

Etymology

Origin of milkshake

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90; milk ( def. ) + shake ( def. )

Example Sentences

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You get a milkshake or you get some fries, but it’s open for 24 hours.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2026

Engaging with your favorite store these days can involve tracking rewards points in a spreadsheet to determine how to get the maximum value or playing mini games in an app to win a free milkshake.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 17, 2025

If you grab a pre-made latte with your lunch or a protein shake on the way back from the gym you could be hit by the so-called milkshake tax.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

The milkshake cup features Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2025

He looked at my empty milkshake glass and apologized again.

From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher

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