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powdered milk

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noun

  1. dry milk.


Etymology

Origin of powdered milk

First recorded in 1885–90

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Instead, Mexico has sent hundreds of tonnes of humanitarian aid including powdered milk intended for pregnant mothers.

From BBC Mar. 24, 2026

Demand in North Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia for powdered milk pushed prices higher, while world butter rose for the first time since hitting a record high in June.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 6, 2026

On our last trip, we brought 50-pound bags of powdered milk to the children’s hospital.

From Salon Feb. 15, 2026

French authorities are investigating the deaths in December and January of two babies who were thought to have drunk possibly contaminated powdered milk.

From Barron's Feb. 2, 2026

When she visits Gloria’s house, she sees a can of Jasmin’s powdered milk spilled on the floor.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario

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