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Swiss cheese
noun
: a hard cheese characterized by elastic texture, mild nutlike flavor, and large holes that form during ripening
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Monstera is sometimes called Swiss cheese plant, the same name used for its smaller cousin, Monstera adansonii, which also makes a fast-growing indoor plant.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2024
Inside this gift is Jewish Rye, sliced Corned Beef, sliced Emmentaler Swiss cheese, Zingerman’s potato chips, Coleslaw, Sauerkraut, Russian dressing, crunchy Deli Dill Pickles, nut-free Black Magic Brownie Bites.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Per Burger King’s official press release, the three melt options include:
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The Shroom n’ Swiss includes a pair of Whopper Jr. patties, Swiss cheese, roasted mushrooms and Royal Sauce.
—Gil MacIas, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
My go-to every time is the bulgogi omelette with Swiss cheese, rice kimchi, and home fries.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1783, in the meaning defined above
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“Swiss cheese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Swiss%20cheese. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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