English Reference
Noun

milkshake

n. C / U
A2 Elementary US /ˈmɪɫkˌʃeɪk/ UK /mˈɪlkʃeɪk/ milk·shake

n.a cold, sweet drink made by mixing milk, ice cream, and flavorings like fruit or chocolate until it is smooth.

n.a cold beverage consisting of milk, flavorings, and typically ice cream, whisked or blended until frothy.


SIMPLE

I ordered a chocolate milkshake with my burger.

CONTEXTUAL

The diner is famous for its thick strawberry milkshakes topped with whipped cream and a cherry.

COMPLEX

While traditional recipes rely on hand-scooped ice cream, many modern fast-food chains use automated machines to dispense a pre-mixed milkshake base that maintains a consistent temperature and texture.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the substance; countable when ordering individual servings.


From milk + shake.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level A2 · Elementary
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