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Curdle Meaning in English

word

ˈkɜː.dəl
KUR-dl
kˈɜːdəl
KUR-dl

释义

To become thick and form lumps, especially when a liquid like milk separates into solid parts.

用法与细微差别

Commonly used for milk or cream when they turn sour or are heated incorrectly. Can be literal (milk curdles), or figurative ('blood curdles' to describe fear or horror). Often seen in cooking contexts. 'Curdled' is the past participle.

例句

The milk will curdle if you leave it out too long.

basic

Add lemon juice to curdle the milk.

basic

Sometimes soup may curdle if you boil it.

basic

My blood seemed to curdle when I heard that noise in the dark.

natural

Don’t let the sauce curdle—keep stirring it gently.

natural

If your milk starts to curdle while heating, it’s best to stop and use fresh milk instead.

natural