Camembert

[ kam-uhm-bair; French ka-mahn-ber ]

noun

1. a mellow, soft cheese, the center of which is creamy and of a golden cream color, made from cow's milk.

Camembert

/ kamɑ̃bɛr; ˈkæməmˌbɛə /

noun

1. a rich soft creamy cheese

Word History and Origins

Origin of Camembert¹

First recorded in 1875–80; named after Camembert, village in Normandy where it was first marketed

Word History and Origins

Origin of Camembert¹

French, from Camembert, a village in Normandy where it originated

Example Sentences

How does a homeless family from a major American metropolis end up dumped in a region known for Camembert and Calvados?

From The Daily Beast

Of the series, the most widely known is Camembert, which will be described as typical for the group.

From Project Gutenberg

The product as put on the market indicates that a permanent establishment of Camembert-making is entirely practicable.

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The room for making Camembert should be maintained between 60° and 70° F. and should be wet enough to reduce drying to a minimum.

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This short investment period, therefore, is a distinct advantage of Camembert.

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Camembert at its best is one of the finest of all cheeses; when bad, it becomes quickly inedible and is a total loss.

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