Meaning of the word cheese in English

What does cheese mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cheese

US /tʃiːz/

UK /tʃiːz/

a food made from the pressed curds of milk, often seasoned and aged

Example:

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Would you like some cheese with your crackers?

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I love melted cheese on pizza.

a broad grin, especially one made for a photograph

Example:

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Say 'cheese' for the camera!

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He gave a big cheese for the family photo.

Synonym:

grin smile

to smile broadly, especially for a photograph

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The photographer told everyone to cheese.

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She cheesed for the selfie.

Synonym:

grin smile

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