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Word

smoothie

Phoneticssmooth·ie

UK/smˈuːði/

Definition

n. a thick, cold drink made by mixing fruit or vegetables with milk, yogurt, or ice in a machine.

n. a thick beverage consisting of blended raw fruit or vegetables, often combined with dairy or ice to achieve a smooth consistency.

Examples

“I make a strawberry smoothie for breakfast every morning.”

“After her morning run, she stopped at the juice bar for a green smoothie made with spinach and pineapple.”

“The café's signature smoothie incorporates exotic ingredients like acai berries and chia seeds, appealing to health-conscious customers looking for a nutrient-dense meal replacement.”

Examples

simple

“I make a strawberry smoothie for breakfast every morning.”

contextual

“After her morning run, she stopped at the juice bar for a green smoothie made with spinach and pineapple.”

complex

“The café's signature smoothie incorporates exotic ingredients like acai berries and chia seeds, appealing to health-conscious customers looking for a nutrient-dense meal replacement.”

Usage

Countable when referring to a specific serving or variety; uncountable when referring to the substance in general.

Etymology

From smooth + -ie.

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

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A2 · Elementary
Frequency
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