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Cheese

UK /["/tʃiːz/"]/US /["/tʃiːz/"]/

Definition

a type of food made from milk that can be either soft or hard and is usually white or yellow in colour; a particular type of this food

In simple words: A tasty food made from milk that comes in many types.

Examples

  • I love to eat cheese on my sandwiches.
  • My favorite type of cheese is cheddar.
  • She sprinkled some cheese on top of the pasta.
  • We need to buy cheese for the party.
  • They sell a variety of cheese at the market.

Usage notes

Used in everyday conversations about food. Appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Avoid using in very specific dietary contexts without clarification.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'cheese' as 'choose'— imagine choosing your favorite type of cheese at a deli.

Collocations

  • hard
  • soft
  • sharp
  • chunk
  • hunk
  • lump
  • make
  • cut
  • grate
  • fondue
  • omelette
  • roll
  • bread and cheese
  • cheese and biscuits
  • cheese and crackers

Synonyms

  • dairy product
  • fromage
  • curds

Antonyms

  • meat
  • vegetable

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'cheeses' when talking about different types.
  • Using 'cheese' as a verb incorrectly.