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Definition of milkshake
milkshake
/ˈmɪlk.ʃeɪk/
milk · shake
Plural:milkshakes
milkshake Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
3
Tier
1
Usage
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A thick, sweet, cold beverage made by blending milk, ice cream, and flavorings such as chocolate, fruit, or syrup.
Example
"After the baseball game, the team celebrated by going to the local diner for burgers and chocolate milkshakes."
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In some regions outside North America, notably Australia and parts of the UK, a 'milkshake' may refer solely to flavored, frothed milk, while the version containing blended ice cream is distinctly termed a 'thick shake'.
Word Origin & Etymology
Originated in the United States in the late 19th century, initially referring to a shaken alcoholic beverage, before evolving in the 1920s to denote the modern dessert drink blended with ice cream and syrups.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Milkshake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/milkshake