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UK/["/ˈdeəri/"]/US/["/ˈderi/"]/

Meaning of Dairy

milk, cheese and other milk products

In simple words: Food made from milk, like cheese and yogurt.

Dairy in a sentence

  • The doctor told me to eat less red meat and dairy.
  • I went to buy a paper at the corner dairy.

How to use Dairy

Use 'dairy' when discussing food groups, nutrition, or dietary restrictions. Avoid in very casual contexts unless specifically about food.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'dairy' as 'dairy air' - the fresh smell of milk products.

Related words

Collocations with Dairy

  • dairy products
  • dairy farming
  • dairy industry

Synonyms for Dairy

  • milk products
  • lactose-rich
  • cheese and yogurt

Opposites of Dairy

Common mistakes with Dairy

  • Confused with 'diary' — remember, one is about food, and the other is a journal.
  • Using 'dairy' as a verb — it's only a noun.

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Frequently asked questions about Dairy

What does Dairy mean?

Food made from milk, like cheese and yogurt.

What is the definition of Dairy?

milk, cheese and other milk products

How do you use Dairy in a sentence?

The doctor told me to eat less red meat and dairy.

Can you give another example of Dairy?

I went to buy a paper at the corner dairy.

What are synonyms for Dairy?

Common alternatives include milk products, lactose-rich, cheese and yogurt.

What is the opposite of Dairy?

Opposite meanings include non-dairy, plant-based.

What words go with Dairy?

It commonly pairs with dairy products, dairy farming, dairy industry.

What are common mistakes when using Dairy?

Confused with 'diary' — remember, one is about food, and the other is a journal. Using 'dairy' as a verb — it's only a noun.

How do you pronounce Dairy?

US: /["/ˈderi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdeəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dairy?

Use 'dairy' when discussing food groups, nutrition, or dietary restrictions. Avoid in very casual contexts unless specifically about food.

What CEFR level is Dairy?

"Dairy" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.