liederkranz
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Definition
Noun: 1. A type of soft cheese: Liederkranz is a specific variety of soft, surface-ripened cheese known for its pungent aroma and robust, savory flavor. It is similar to Limburger cheese.
Usage Notes
- "Liederkranz" is a proper noun, the trademarked name for a specific cheese. It is typically capitalized.
- It is used as a mass noun (uncountable) when referring to the cheese substance itself (e.g., "a slice of Liederkranz").
- It can be used as a count noun when referring to individual units, such as whole wheels or packaged portions (e.g., "two Liederkranz cheeses").
Examples
- Noun:
- The Liederkranz had ripened perfectly, developing its characteristic strong smell.
- He spread the creamy Liederkranz on a piece of dark rye bread.
- This brand is known for producing an authentic Liederkranz.
Advanced Usage
- The name "Liederkranz" is of German origin, meaning "wreath of song," but it refers exclusively to this cheese in English culinary contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Limburger (noun): A closely related type of soft, pungent cheese. Liederkranz is often described as an American version of Limburger.
- Soft-ripened cheese (noun phrase): The general category of cheese to which Liederkranz belongs, where ripening occurs from the rind inward (e.g., Brie, Camembert).
Synonyms
- Pungent cheese
- Strong cheese
- Aromatic cheese
(Note: There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with this highly specific culinary term.)
Noun
- a soft cheese with a strong odor and flavor