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curdy


Meanings
  • A type of dairy product, often resembling pudding or custard.

    - "The curdy dessert was a favorite among the children."
    - "My grandmother used to make a delicious curdy that was both creamy and comforting."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with curdy
curry , quarry , marry , carry
Homophones
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  1. curd () :

  2. curdle () :

  3. curdled () :

  4. curdling () :


Variants
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curd , curdier , curdiest , curds , curdy
Forms
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curd, curds, curdled milk, yogurt, labneh, strained yogurt, cheese, pudding, custard


Etymology
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The word 'curdy' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'cyrde', which meant 'curdled' or 'thickened'. Over time, this word evolved into Middle English as 'curde' or 'curdey', and eventually into Modern English as 'curdy'.


Related Concepts
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  1. curdling agent: A substance that is added to milk or other liquids to promote curdling or coagulation, often used to make various dairy products, such as curd, yogurt, labneh, and cheese.

  2. acid set: A process of curdling milk or other liquids by adding an acid, such as citric acid or vinegar, to lower the pH level and promote coagulation, often used to make various dairy products, such as cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream.

  3. rennet set: A process of curdling milk or other liquids by adding rennet, an enzyme derived from the stomachs of young calves or goats, to the milk to promote coagulation and the formation of curds, often used to make various dairy products, such as curd, paneer, yogurt, cottage cheese, cream cheese, and cheese.

  4. thermified milk: A process of heating milk to a specific temperature, usually between 85°C (185°F) and 95°C (203°F)), in order to denature the proteins in the milk and promote the formation of a stable, thickened, and creamy consistency, often used to make various dairy products, such as pudding, custard, ice cream, and milkshakes.


Culture
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In various cultures around the world, curd or similar dairy products have been a staple food for centuries. For example, in India, curd or yogurt is a popular ingredient in various dishes, such as raita, tikka masala, and chaat. Similarly, in the Middle East, labneh or strained yogurt is a popular dairy product that is often used as a spread or dip, or as an ingredient in various dishes, such as falafel, shawarma, and tabbouleh.

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