Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curdle
verb
/ˈkɜrdl/
Definition
To cause a liquid, especially milk, to form curds or to become sour.
Examples
- The milk began to curdle when it was left out too long.
- Make sure not to curdle the sauce by adding the cheese too quickly.
- She watched the cream curdle as she added lemon juice.
Meaning
Curdling typically refers to the process where milk or cream coagulates and separates into curds and whey, usually due to the action of acids or enzymes.
Synonyms
- Coagulate
- Congeal
- Thicken
