whole milk

American  

noun

1. milk containing all its constituents as received from the cow or other milk-giving animal.

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whole milk British  

noun

1. milk from which no constituent has been removed Compare skimmed milk

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Etymology

Origin of whole milk

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Some raw milk advocates say they have noticed Kennedy’s messaging on dairy pivoted toward encouraging full-fat products and restoring whole milk to school lunches.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

They’ve stood the longtime food pyramid on its pointy head, instead promoting lots of meat and whole milk foods over a healthier diet grounded in whole grains and vegetables.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

You—and perhaps RFK Jr.—might think that whole milk is at least more “natural,” given that “whole” is in its name.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

Basically: Without access to whole milk, kids will load up on sugary beverages.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

We grew up on whole milk, gulping it down every day.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana