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Definition of 'creamy'

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creamy

(kriːmi )
Word forms: comparative creamier , superlative creamiest
1. adjective
Food or drink that is creamy contains a lot of cream or milk.
...rich, creamy coffee.
...a creamy chocolate and nut candy bar.
2. adjective
Food that is creamy has a soft smooth texture and appearance.
...creamy mashed potato.
Whisk the mixture until it is smooth and creamy.
...a delicious soft blue cheese with a creamy texture.
Synonyms: smooth, soft, creamed, lush   More Synonyms of creamy
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creamy in British

(ˈkriːmɪ )
adjectiveWord forms: creamier or creamiest
1. 
resembling cream in colour, taste, or consistency
2. 
containing cream
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Derived forms
creamily (ˈcreamily)
  adverb
creaminess (ˈcreaminess)
  noun
Word Frequency

creamy in American

(ˈkrimi ; krēmˈē)
adjectiveWord forms: ˈcreamier or ˈcreamiest
1. 
full of cream
2. 
like cream in consistency or color
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Derived forms
creaminess (ˈcreaminess)
  noun

Example sentences containing 'creamy'

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It tastes rich and surprisingly creamy despite being made with little cream. Times, Sunday Times (2014)Turn into a bowl and beat with a whisk or fork until smooth and creamy. Times, Sunday Times (2009)Your saliva becomes noticeably thicker than usual and may well get creamy in texture and taste. Wilkinson, Steve M.E. and You - a self-help plan (1988)The heat from the pasta will cook the egg to a delicious creamy coating. The Sun (2013)You may need to add some cooking liquid to make a nice creamy consistency. Elliot, Rose Cooking with Beans and PulsesThe smoked salmon should barely change colour and the eggs should remain soft and creamy. Times, Sunday Times (2014)Strain the creamy milk and discard the bay leaf and garlic. Times, Sunday Times (2007)Spoon the creamy mixture on to the chilled base. The Sun (2016)Stir all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Times, Sunday Times (2010)This creamy texture gives just enough shimmer to keep things polished. Times, Sunday Times (2014)Stop cooking when the eggs have the consistency of a creamy purée. The Sun (2014)Beat the butter and sugar together in a bowl until soft and creamy. Times, Sunday Times (2014)Pour the hot creamy milk over the egg yolks and whisk together. Times, Sunday Times (2013)Mix them until the mixture is creamy. Times, Sunday Times (2010)Remove from the heat and keep blending until the liquid cools and becomes smooth and creamy. Guyton, Anita The Natural Beauty Book - cruelty-free cosmetics to make at home (1991)They have a fine skin and a creamy texture. Times, Sunday Times (2013)Blend to a creamy consistency and serve. The Sun (2012)The mozzarella garnish could be swapped for slabs of feta or creamy goat's cheese. Times, Sunday Times (2013)It is incredibly creamy and the cheese made from it is the world's most pricey. The Sun (2014)When creamy and delicious, season with the sugar and a little salt and pepper. Times, Sunday Times (2014)Hey presto: a delicious creamy treat. The Sun (2013)The array of flavours in Chinese food requires a rich and creamy wine that will hold its own. The Sun (2014)Price 1. Pasta tubes in a creamy tomato and cheese sauce. The Sun (2011)

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Translations for 'creamy'

British English: creamy ADJECTIVE
Food or drink that is creamy contains a lot of cream or milk.
...rich, creamy coffee.
  • American English: creamy
  • Brazilian Portuguese: cremoso
  • Chinese: 含大量奶油的
  • European Spanish: cremoso
  • French: crémeux
  • German: sahnig
  • Italian: cremoso
  • Japanese: クリームやミルクを多く含んだ
  • Korean: 크림이 많이 든
  • European Portuguese: cremoso
  • Spanish: cremoso

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