Definition of kefir

acrimonious Definition: (adjective) biting, harsh, caustic. Petersons.com

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ke·fir    (k-fîr) KEY  

NOUN:

A creamy drink made of fermented cow's milk.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Russian, probably ultimately from Old Turkic köpür, (milk) froth, foam, from köpürmäk, to froth, foam

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