skim milk

American  

noun

1. milk from which the cream has been skimmed.

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Etymology

Origin of skim milk

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

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

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

The diet called for fish five times a week, eating liver once a week, two pieces of bread and two glasses of skim milk a day along with an abundance of fruits and vegetables.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2023

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

The FAO dairy price index increased 2.4%, its fifth consecutive monthly rise, with the steepest gains registered by skim milk powder and butter.

From Reuters • Feb. 3, 2022

There was tomato soup for lunch, coffee with skim milk because they were out of plain.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt