nonfat

American

[non-fat] / ˈnɒnˈfæt /

adjective

without fat or fat solids; having the fat solids removed, as skim milk.

nonfat milk.

Etymology

Origin of nonfat

First recorded in 1965–70; non- + fat

Vocabulary lists containing nonfat

Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Prefixes: non-

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In Europe, you will get short shrift if you ask the barista for a nonfat, no-foam, vanilla-flavored double-shot latte.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026

“Demand remains high, supported in part by elevated nonfat dry milk prices,” the agency said in a report.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 11, 2026

Like yogurt, cottage cheese adds tangy flavor to the final dish; is acidic enough to react with baking soda; and is available in nonfat, low-fat and full-fat varieties.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 15, 2022

It may not sound like a huge difference, but just think of whole versus nonfat milk — a few percentage points makes a world of difference when it comes to flavor.

From Salon ● May 21, 2022

“Yes. Please tell me you have something other than fruit or nonfat yogurt. That’s all we have at home.”

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty

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