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semihard

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[sem-ee-hahrd, sem-ahy‐] / ˈsɛm iˌhɑrd, ˈsɛm aɪ‐ /

adjective

  1. having a somewhat hard consistency or quality.


Etymology

Origin of semihard

First recorded in 1810–20; semi- ( def. ) + hard ( def. )

Example Sentences

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It’s only during this time that farmers can produce salers, a highly regulated semihard cheese with the same buttery depth as a well-aged cheddar.

From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2022

Gruyère is a cheese staple because of its creamy, nutty flavor and sturdy, semihard texture.

From Salon • Oct. 14, 2021

I like to cut semihard cheeses, like Havarti, aged cheddar, and Gouda, into triangles and cubes so they're ready for grazing as soon as possible.

From Salon • Sep. 6, 2021

Serve it with grilled seafood or semihard cheeses.

From Washington Post • Jul. 30, 2021

Gouda, Kosher Holland The same semihard good Gouda, but made with kosher rennet.

From The Complete Book of Cheese by Brown, Robert Carlton

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