lacto

/ˈlæktəʊ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from milk, or a diet that includes milk and other dairy products

“The lacto-ovo-vegetarian diet excludes meat but includes dairy products.”

2. noun

a type of fermented milk product, such as yogurt or kefir

“The lacto was a staple in the ancient diet of nomadic tribes.”

Synonyms

  • dairy
  • milk-based

Antonyms

  • dairy-free
  • lactase-free