Stilton
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Stilton
First recorded in 1730–40; after Stilton, England, where it was first sold
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
There have been declines in Somerset with cheddar makers, in the East Midlands with Stilton and in the north-west with Cheshire cheese.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2024
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
How was I supposed to know Stilton is England’s stinkiest cheese?
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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