gouda

noun

UK /ˈɡaʊ.də/

US /ˈɡuː.də/

Gouda is a yellow cheese that is smooth and a little sweet.

I put a slice of gouda on my sandwich for lunch.

SYNONYMS

cheese yellow cheese Dutch cheese semi-hard cheese

RELATED WORDS

cheese dairy Netherlands Edam dairy product

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A mild, creamy cheese originally made in the Netherlands.

The market sells aged gouda with a rich, nutty flavor.

3. A city in the Netherlands where this cheese was first made.

Gouda is famous for its historic town hall and cheese market.

4. A smoked variety of this cheese with a brown rind.

He added smoked gouda to the macaroni and cheese.