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Pecorino
[ pek-uh-ree-noh ]
noun
- (often lowercase) a dry, hard Italian cheese made of ewe's milk, especially Romano.
pecorino
/ ˌpɛkəˈriːnəʊ /
noun
- an Italian cheese made from ewes' milk
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Origin of Pecorino1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Pecorino1
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Example Sentences
Shave the pecorino in long shards over each plate, and serve.
Although made of sheep's milk, Pecorino is classed with both Parmesan and Romano.
Kibitzers complain that some of the cheaper types of Pecorino are soapy, but fans give it high praise.
Strong grating and seasoning type of the Parmesan-Romano-Pecorino family.
A member of the big Pecorino family because it's made of sheep's milk.
A brand of Pecorino differing slightly from Bomano Pecorino.
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