cheddar

noun

ched·​dar ˈche-dər How to pronounce cheddar (audio)
variants often Cheddar
: a hard white, yellow, or orange smooth-textured cheese with a flavor that ranges from mild to strong as the cheese matures

called also cheddar cheese

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And, despite trade disagreements, visitors can still get cheddar and bacon soup and filet mignon from the Canada pavilion. — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026 Sprinkle the veg with the beans, mozzarella, and cheddar, then bake for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly. — ABC News, 26 Aug. 2026 The charcuterie board takes an autumnal turn with a jammy, spoonable condiment that pairs beautifully with sharp cheddar or spooned over brie. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026 But what sparked his idea for the cheesy potato shell was inspiration from his wife’s salads with cheddar cheese crisps as croutons. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cheddar

Word History

Etymology

Cheddar, village in Somersetshire, England

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheddar was in 1646

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“Cheddar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheddar. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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cheddar

noun
ched·​dar ˈched-ər How to pronounce cheddar (audio)
often capitalized
: a hard yellow or white cheese of smooth texture
Etymology

named for Cheddar, village in England where the cheese was first made

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