noun
cheese
CHEEZ/tʃiːz/
A food made from milk curds.
A wedge of cheese sits beside several slices on the board.
Etymology
Latin caseus already meant cheese, so the word preserves an old food name rather than describing a newly named process. Its deeper origin is unknown; English's earliest references concern compressed milk curds.
In context
The process of curdling not only changes the milk from a liquid to a solid, but also impacts the flavor and texture of the cheese.
More examples
- She grated cheese over the pasta.
- The shop sells several local cheeses.
- He packed bread and cheese for lunch.
Forms
cheese · cheeses
cheesy adjective — Containing or resembling cheese.