De melk



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Definition


"De melk" refers to milk, a white liquid produced by mammals, commonly used in the horeca industry as a beverage or ingredient in various food and drink preparations such as coffee, desserts, and sauces.

Translations


  • the milk
  • la leche
  • la llet
  • le lait
  • die Milch
  • il latte
  • o leite

Etymology


The word "de melk" comes from the Old Dutch 'melc' or 'melka,' which traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*meluks,' related to the act of milking. Did you know? The English word 'milk' shares the same ancient roots, showing how important this staple has been across cultures.

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