Word
feta
Phoneticsfe·ta
US/ˈfɛˌtɑ/
UK/fˈiːtɐ/
Definition
n. a type of white cheese made from sheep's milk. It is usually sold in cubes and is very popular in Greek food.
n. a brined cheese made from sheep's milk, or a mixture of sheep and goat milk. It is characterized by a crumbly texture and a salty, tangy flavor.
Examples
“I like to eat feta cheese with fresh tomatoes and olives.”
“The chef grated the feta over the salad to add a salty, creamy contrast to the fresh greens.”
“While traditionally associated with the Mediterranean, feta has become a staple in global culinary markets, often used as a topping for baked dishes or a key ingredient in salads.”
Examples
simple
“I like to eat feta cheese with fresh tomatoes and olives.”
contextual
“The chef grated the feta over the salad to add a salty, creamy contrast to the fresh greens.”
complex
“While traditionally associated with the Mediterranean, feta has become a staple in global culinary markets, often used as a topping for baked dishes or a key ingredient in salads.”
Etymology
Borrowed from Greek φέτα (féta), from Italian fetta (“slice”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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