Definitions

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  • noun A hard, full-fat Italian cheese from Parma.
  • noun A similar cheese produced elsewhere.

Etymologies

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French parmesan, from Italian parmigiano

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  • Real name Parmigiano Reggiano.

    June 30, 2008

  • I find the fact that similar cheeses are included in the definition of parmesan so funny. Take that italian cheeselitists!

    December 10, 2023

  • Also see Parmesan.

    December 11, 2023