Smoothie

smoothie (blended fruit drink)

noun SMOO-thee Rare

Origin: from English

Usage Note

Smoothie is the blended drink of whole fruits and/or vegetables, retaining the fibre unlike juice. Grüne Smoothies (green smoothies) with spinach and banana have become popular in Germany. Sold ready-made or prepared in Smoothiebars.

Examples

"Ein grüner Smoothie aus Spinat, Banane und Apfelsaft ist ein guter Morgenstart."

Natural Translation

A green smoothie from spinach, banana, and apple juice is a good morning start.

Literal Translation

A green smoothie from spinach, banana and apple-juice is a good morning-start.

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