foamed milk

noun

UK /fəʊmd mɪlk/

US /foʊmd mɪlk/

Milk that has been whipped with hot air or steam until it is full of tiny bubbles.

The barista poured foamed milk on top of my hot chocolate.

SYNONYMS

frothed milk steamed milk whipped milk aerated milk milk foam

RELATED WORDS

latte cappuccino espresso barista milk frother

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The thick, airy layer of milk foam that sits on top of coffee drinks.

She scooped a spoonful of foamed milk from her cappuccino.

3. Milk that has been agitated or bubbled for use in desserts or toppings.

The recipe calls for foamed milk to top the pudding.

4. A light, frothy milk product made by forcing air into milk.

Foamed milk adds a soft texture to the drink.