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skim milk

American  

noun

  1. milk from which the cream has been skimmed.


Etymology

Origin of skim milk

First recorded in 1590–1600

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Dairy prices slipped 0.7% in July as prices for whole and skim milk powder and butter declined.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

If you’re trying to lose weight or lower your cholesterol, skim milk is better than full-fat.

From Slate Jan. 28, 2026

For example, a study published in May found that whole and low-fat milk reduced the risk of high blood pressure, while skim milk increased the risk.

From Seattle Times Jul. 3, 2023

“Maybe he should switch to skim milk, maybe increase his vegetables,” she told his parents.

From New York Times Jan. 27, 2023

What’s the difference between regular milk and skim milk?

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar

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