Stilton

American  

[stil-tn] / ˈstɪl tn /

Trademark.

1. a rich, waxy, white cheese, veined with mold: made principally in England.

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Stilton British  

/ ˈstɪltən /

noun

1. either of two rich cheeses made from whole milk, blue-veined ( blue Stilton ) or white ( white Stilton ), both very strong in flavour

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Etymology

Origin of Stilton

First recorded in 1730–40; after Stilton, England, where it was first sold

Example Sentences

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

The UK Protected Food Names Association, however, maintains that English law protects Stilton, and that any change would undermine the cheese-making industry.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2025

The fungus Penicillium roqueforti is used worldwide in the production of blue-veined cheese such as Stilton, Roquefort and Gorgonzola.

From Science Daily • Feb. 5, 2024

Many traditional winter cheeses, such as Stilton, feature a bracing saltiness that serves as a perfect foil to the sweetness of fruitcake.

From Washington Post • Dec. 17, 2022

“Beryl Horsepool-Worthingham out of Stilton Horsepool,” said Rita with satisfaction.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer