Definition

Describing something that does not contain a yolk, typically referring to eggs.

Example

The recipe calls for yolkless eggs to make the dish lighter.

Conversation

Did you know some recipes call for yolkless eggs?

Really? I’ve never heard of that before.

Yeah, they’re great for people who avoid cholesterol.

That makes sense! I might try a yolkless omelet this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Yolkless → It is formed from "yolk" (from Old English *geolca*, meaning the yellow part of an egg) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "yolkless" means without yolk, referring to something that does not contain the yellow part of an egg.

Memory Tip

Think of 'yolk' as the yellow part of an egg, and '-less' means without — so 'yolkless' describes something that is without that yellow part.

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