Definition

Having a milky appearance or quality, similar to milk.

Example

The dessert had a lacteous texture that made it feel creamy and rich.

Conversation

Have you tried that new dessert place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their cakes are really lacteous and creamy.

I love desserts that are rich and lacteous; they always taste so good.

Same here! We should go together and try a few things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lacteous → It is formed from "lactis" (meaning milk) and the suffix "-eous" (meaning having the quality of). The word "lacteous" describes something that has the quality or appearance of milk.

Memory Tip

Think of 'milk' ('lactis') to remember that 'lacteous' means something that resembles or has the quality of milk.

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