# smoothies

/smˈuːðɪz/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/smoothies
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

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

For teachers: thick beverages produced by blending raw fruit or vegetables with a liquid base such as dairy milk, plant milk, or fruit juice.

## Examples

- I make fruit smoothies for breakfast every morning.
- The café offers a variety of green smoothies made with spinach, kale, and fresh apple juice.
- While smoothies are often marketed as health drinks, their high fructose content can lead to significant blood sugar spikes if consumed in large quantities without adequate fiber.

## Usage notes

- The plural form of 'smoothie'; refers to individual servings or different varieties of the drink.

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