Curdle – When a liquid curdles, it gets thicker and develops lumps (also known as curds)

(Pronounced ker-duhl)

To remember the definition of the word curdle, use the following mnemonic:

Curse this idle (curdle) chef: she just left the pans and all the sauces have gone lumpy.

Examples of curdle in a sentence

It's vital not to overheat the liquid because it will curdle as well as lose its taste.

I accidentally left the milk out all day and it's begun to curdle.

During the cheese making process, cheesemakers cause the liquid to curdle into thick lumps.