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Creamery: meaning, definitions and examples

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creamery

 

[ ˈkriːməri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dairy production

A creamery is a facility where dairy products, especially cream and butter, are produced. It is often equipped with machinery for pasteurizing milk and separating cream from the milk. Creameries may also produce ice cream and other dairy-based products. Historically, creamery operations were common in rural areas where farmers would bring their milk for processing. Today, some creamery businesses focus on artisan products, emphasizing quality and traditional methods.

Synonyms

dairy, dairy farm, milk plant

Examples of usage

  • She visited the local creamery to buy fresh butter.
  • The creamery hosts daily tours to show how ice cream is made.
  • They started a small creamery that specializes in organic products.
  • The creamery has been operating in this town for over fifty years.

Translations

Translations of the word "creamery" in other languages:

🇵🇹 laticínio

🇮🇳 डेयरी

🇩🇪 Molkerei

🇮🇩 pabrik susu

🇺🇦 молочарня

🇵🇱 mleczarnia

🇯🇵 乳製品工場

🇫🇷 crèmerie

🇪🇸 cremería

🇹🇷 süt fabrikası

🇰🇷 유제품 공장

🇸🇦 معمل الألبان

🇨🇿 mlékárna

🇸🇰 mliekáreň

🇨🇳 奶制品厂

🇸🇮 mlekarna

🇮🇸 mjólkurstöð

🇰🇿 сүт зауыты

🇬🇪 რძის ქარხანა

🇦🇿 süd emalı müəssisəsi

🇲🇽 cremería

Etymology

The word 'creamery' dates back to the mid-19th century and derives from the word 'cream,' which has roots in the Old French term 'creme.' Creameries became prominent during the dairy industry boom in the United States, especially as technologies for pasteurization and refrigeration advanced. Initially, creamery operations were small, locally owned businesses where farmers would bring their milk. Over time, the industry evolved, leading to the establishment of larger, commercial creameries. In contemporary usage, creamery has come to encompass not just the production of cream but also a wide range of dairy products, including cheese and ice cream, often highlighting artisanal practices and quality ingredients. This evolution reflects broader social changes related to food production and consumption, emphasizing local and sustainable practices.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,189, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.