milkshake

English

[ˈmɪɫk.ʃeɪk]

noun
Definitions
  • A thick beverage consisting of milk and ice cream mixed together, often with fruit, chocolate, or other flavoring.
  • (New England) A thin beverage, similar to the above, but with no ice cream or significantly less of it.
  • A beverage consisting of fruit juice, water, and some milk, as served in Southeast Asia.
  • (mechanics) Accidental emulsion of oil and water in an engine.
  • (slang) An alkaline supplement administered to a horse to improve its racing performance.

Etymology

Compound from English milk + English shake.

Origin

English

shake

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