dairy

/ˈdɛri/
adjective
  1. Relating to milk or products made from milk.
    • He works on a dairy farm with over 100 cows.
    • The dairy industry is important for the local economy.
    • Dairy products like cheese and yogurt are rich in protein.
noun
  1. A place where milk is stored, processed, or made into products like cheese, butter, and yogurt.
    • The milk comes from a local dairy farm.
    • She works at a dairy that produces organic cheese.
    • The dairy delivers fresh milk to our door every morning.
  2. The section of a grocery store where milk, cheese, yogurt, and similar products are sold.
    • Please pick up some eggs from the dairy aisle.
    • The dairy section is at the back of the store.
    • I need to buy butter and cream — I'll check the dairy.
  3. Food products made from milk, such as cheese, yogurt, and butter.
    • She avoids dairy because she is lactose intolerant.
    • Many people include dairy in their daily diet for calcium.
    • The recipe calls for dairy, but you can use a plant-based alternative.
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