Camembert
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Camembert
First recorded in 1875–80; named after Camembert, village in Normandy where it was first marketed
Example Sentences
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No, Americans may not be ready for pizza made with Camembert, Gruyere or Stilton, but some sort of innovation along these lines may be necessary if the industry is to survive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 9, 2026
La Bougie du Sapeur is named after one of France's earliest cartoon figures, Le Sapeur Camembert.
From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2024
A decline in fungi diversity isn’t just affecting Camembert and brie cheeses, it’s also impacting blue cheeses, like Gorgonzola and Roquefort.
From Salon ● Feb. 20, 2024
The round box is as essentially Camembert as its onctuous texture and pungent smell.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 21, 2023
Inside waits a single cube of creamy Camembert that she pops directly into in her mouth.
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
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