cheddar

noun

ched·​dar ˈche-dər 

often capitalized

: 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

Examples of cheddar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Take cheddar, for instance — it can be found in both shades. —Vox Staff, Vox, 5 Nov. 2024

The owners also recommend pairing it with cream cheese, gorgonzola, Havarti and smoked cheddar or using it as a glaze with pork, poultry and seafood. —Felicia Campbell, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024

McHale took part in a special pop-up experience in Soho where fans could sample two macaroni flavors—cheddar and creamy white cheddar. —Nasha Smith, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024

Assemble Dish In a large bowl combine shallot mixture, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and butter. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Cheddar, village in Somersetshire, England

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cheddar

noun

ched·​dar ˈched-ər 

often capitalized

: a hard yellow or white cheese of smooth texture

Etymology

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