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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Additionally, common allergens such as soy or nuts may be present in some varieties of plant proteins.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Seasoned with a blend of soy, garlic, sesame and spice, the Ramyeon McShaker Fries are inspired by Rumi, Mira and Zoey's go-to noodle snack.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The South American nations are interested in upping their exports of agricultural products like beef, soy and minerals while attracting investment in industries like mining.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
This handheld milk frother works on all types of milk, including whole, half-and-half, soy, almond and cashew.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Seasoned with a blend of soy, garlic, sesame and spice, the Ramyeon McShaker Fries are inspired by Rumi, Mira and Zoey's go-to noodle snack.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The South American nations are interested in upping their exports of agricultural products like beef, soy and minerals while attracting investment in industries like mining.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 31 Mar. 2026
This handheld milk frother works on all types of milk, including whole, half-and-half, soy, almond and cashew.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2026
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“Soy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soy. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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