soy

/sɔɪ/
noun
  1. A type of bean grown for its edible seeds, used to make many food products like tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
    • Many farmers in the Midwest grow soy as a cash crop.
    • She added cooked soy to the salad for extra protein.
    • Soy is a common ingredient in vegetarian dishes.
  2. A food product made from soybeans, often used as a substitute for meat or dairy.
    • The burger was made from soy and tasted surprisingly like beef.
    • She ordered a soy latte at the coffee shop.
    • He drinks soy instead of cow's milk because he is lactose intolerant.
  3. Soy sauce: a dark, salty liquid made from fermented soybeans, used in Asian cooking.
    • He added a splash of soy to the broth for extra flavor.
    • Please pass the soy — I want to dip my sushi in it.
    • The stir-fry recipe calls for two tablespoons of soy.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Made from or relating to soybeans.
    • She bought soy milk for her morning cereal.
    • The store sells a variety of soy products, including tofu and tempeh.
    • He prefers soy-based protein powders over whey.
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