Yolk: meaning, definitions and examples
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yolk
[ joสk ]
food item
Yolk is the yellow part of an egg that is surrounded by the egg white. It is rich in nutrients and serves as the primary source of food for the developing embryo in fertilized eggs. In culinary terms, yolk is used in a variety of dishes, including pastries, sauces, and custards.
Synonyms
egg yolk, ova
Examples of usage
- She separated the yolk from the egg white.
- The recipe calls for three egg yolks.
- He enjoys eating soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks.
- Yolk adds richness to the cake batter.
Translations
Translations of the word "yolk" in other languages:
๐ต๐น gema
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเคกเฅ เคเคพ เคชเฅเคฒเคพ เคญเคพเค
๐ฉ๐ช Eigelb
๐ฎ๐ฉ kuning telur
๐บ๐ฆ ะถะพะฒัะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ ลผรณลtko
๐ฏ๐ต ๅต้ป (ใใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท jaune d'ลuf
๐ช๐ธ yema
๐น๐ท yumurta sarฤฑsฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ธ๋ฅธ์ (norunja)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุตูุงุฑ ุงูุจูุถ (safar albayd)
๐จ๐ฟ ลพloutek
๐ธ๐ฐ ลพฤบtok
๐จ๐ณ ่้ป (dร n huรกng)
๐ธ๐ฎ rumenjak
๐ฎ๐ธ eggjarauรฐi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐัั (sary)
๐ฌ๐ช แงแแแแแแ (q'vavili)
๐ฆ๐ฟ yumurta sarฤฑsฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ yema
Etymology
The word 'yolk' comes from the Old English term 'geolca', which translates directly to 'yellow'. The term has Germanic roots, being related to the Dutch word 'dooier' and the German 'Dotter'. Historically, the function of the yolk has been crucial in the reproductive biology of birds and reptiles, acting as a food source for the developing embryo. As culinary use evolved, the yolk became prized for its texture and flavor, leading to its incorporation into various cultural cuisines. In modern cooking, egg yolks are valued not only for their nutritional content but also for their emulsifying properties, making them essential in dishes like mayonnaise and hollandaise sauce. The understanding and appreciation of egg yolks have transcended linguistic and cultural barriers, making them a staple ingredient in many kitchens around the world.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #12,665, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 12665 yolk
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- 12667 pulsed
- 12668 creditable
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