Yolk (Noun)
Meaning 1
The yellow spherical part of an egg that is surrounded by the albumen.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- When you crack an egg, separate the yolk from the whites to make a clearer omelet.
- The recipe required beating the egg whites until stiff, then gently folding in the yolk.
- She carefully separated the yolk from the rest of the egg to use in her mayonnaise recipe.
- In some cultures, eating a raw egg yolk is believed to provide extra protein and other health benefits.
- Egg dishes like custard and crème brûlée emphasize the richness and flavor of the yolk.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Nutritive material of an ovum stored for the nutrition of an embryo (especially the yellow mass of a bird or reptile egg).
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The yolk of the egg is a vital source of nutrients for the developing chick.
- Birds lay eggs with a relatively small yolk compared to the size of the egg white.
- A fertilized egg begins to divide, using the proteins and fats stored in the yolk for growth and development.
- The brightly colored yolk of a quail egg makes it a popular choice for high-end restaurants.
- The queen bee's diet of royal jelly and yolk allows her to grow larger and live longer than worker bees.