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whey

/weɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does whey mean?

noun

A liquid byproduct of cheese production, or a protein-rich liquid used as a nutritional supplement. It is often used as a base for smoothies or as a nutritional additive.

Example

"The whey from the cheese factory was used to make a nutritious smoothie."

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