Definitions

1. noun

a fermented milk drink originating from Central Asia, similar to kefir, with a slightly sour taste and a fizzy texture.

“In the Mongolian festival, the host proudly served a glass of kumys to their guests as a symbol of hospitality and respect.”

2. verb

to drink or consume kumys, often as part of a traditional cultural or ceremonial practice.

“The nomadic family kumysed together as a way to bond and share in their nomadic traditions.”