sour cream
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sour cream
An Americanism dating back to 1815–25
Example Sentences
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Most people encounter ranch mix in its intended form, stirred into mayonnaise or sour cream and served alongside a platter of vegetables.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
It also makes sour cream, cream cheese and lactose-free options.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
There are a million ways to enjoy it, but my favorite is on a fresh latke with a smear of sour cream or with cold butter on a thick slice of Russian black bread.
From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025
The contents of each box varies, but they will have fruit and vegetables along with other items such as salmon fillets, garlic bread, sour cream, chicken and vegetable soup.
From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025
She plopped a spoonful of white sour cream in, and handed the bowls to each of them.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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