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Definition of nondairy
nondairy
/ˌnɑːnˈdɛr.i/
(UK: non-dairy)
non · dair · y
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CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• adjective
1
Containing no milk or milk products, or made from plant-based or synthetic substitutes instead of traditional milk.
Example
"The cafe offers several nondairy milk alternatives, including oat, almond, and soy."
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In commercial food labeling (especially in the United States), products labeled 'nondairy'—such as coffee creamers—may legally still contain milk derivatives like sodium caseinate, whereas 'dairy-free' indicates the complete absence of all milk ingredients.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nondairy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nondairy