1
or chiefly British soya
: soybean
Products that contain isoflavones—and are commonly called phytoestrogens—come from plants and legumes (such as soy), and show promise for decreasing hot flashes and may improve cholesterol.—
Michelle P. Warren
Michelle P. WarrenProducing meat in this ever-more crowded world requires creating new pastures and planting more land for imported feeds, particularly soy, instead of relying on local grazing.—The New York Times
—often used before another nounThe New York Timessoy milk
soy protein
a soy latte [=a latte made with soy milk]
2
: a food product made from or containing soy beans: such as
a
: soy sauce
Roy Choi, the Los Angeles restaurateur, advises sneaking a pat of butter and a splash of soy into instant ramen.—Sam Sifton
Sam SiftonExamples of soy in a Sentence
His book promotes the health benefits of soy.
The recipe calls for two tablespoons of soy.
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The Element robot isn't limited to cotton; it's also being used in soy and sugar beet fields, showing just how versatile this technology can be.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
Individuals living with or who have a history of eating disorders or disordered eating
People on dialysis who are monitoring their phosphorus, potassium, and protein intake
Individuals with severe allergies to soy, gluten, or tree nuts
Young children and teens
Vegetarian and vegan diets omit meat.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 11 July 2025
Patrons have the choice between a three or five piece meal, with chicken tossed in sweet soy, hot jaew bong or extra hot sauce or served sauceless with as side of peppercorn ranch.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 4 July 2025
This cat food includes some top-quality animal proteins and no corn, soy or wheat proteins.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
Individuals living with or who have a history of eating disorders or disordered eating
People on dialysis who are monitoring their phosphorus, potassium, and protein intake
Individuals with severe allergies to soy, gluten, or tree nuts
Young children and teens
Vegetarian and vegan diets omit meat.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 11 July 2025
Patrons have the choice between a three or five piece meal, with chicken tossed in sweet soy, hot jaew bong or extra hot sauce or served sauceless with as side of peppercorn ranch.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 4 July 2025
This cat food includes some top-quality animal proteins and no corn, soy or wheat proteins.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
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“Soy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soy. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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