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yolk Synonyms

Another word for yolk

Choosing another word for yolk depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The yellow, internal part of a bird's egg, which is surrounded by the white (albumen) and serves as the primary source of nourishment for the developing embryo.

Usage Example

"The pastry recipe specifically requires you to separate the egg whites from the yolks before mixing the batter."

Strongest
egg yolk
Strong
vitellus

• noun (Context 2)

The corresponding nutrient-rich material in the ovum or egg of other animals, such as reptiles, fish, or invertebrates, that sustains the developing organism.

Usage Example

"In many fish species, the vitellus is gradually absorbed by the newly hatched larvae over the course of several days."

Strongest
vitellus
Strong
deutoplasm

Opposites of yolk

The opposite of yolk shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

egg white
albumen
glair
See all opposites of yolk

• Nearby Words

yoke
yoked
yokel
yolk
yolked
yolky
yolo

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Yolk. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/yolk
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