parmesan

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Noun parmesan has 1 sense

Parmesan - hard dry sharp-flavored Italian cheese; often grated
--₁ is a kind of cheese

Definitions from the Web

Parmesan

Noun

Definition: A hard, granular Italian cheese made from cow's milk

Example sentence: I added grated parmesan to my pasta for extra flavor.

Adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling parmesan cheese

Example sentence: The chef used a parmesan crust on the chicken to give it a delicious, cheesy taste.

Verb

Definition: To sprinkle or grate parmesan cheese on a dish

Example sentence: Don't forget to parmesan your salad before serving.

Local usage

Definition: Referring to a variety of parmesan cheese produced in a specific region or country

Example sentence: The local parmesan from Emilia-Romagna is known for its nutty and fruity flavor.