shredded cheese
nounUK /ˈʃrɛd.ɪd tʃiːz/
US /ˈʃrɛd.ɪd tʃiːz/
Cheese that has been cut into small, thin pieces.
She sprinkled shredded cheese on top of the pasta.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A convenience food product sold pre-shredded in bags, often coated with anti-caking agents.
I bought a bag of shredded cheese for the nachos.
3. A topping used in cooking to melt over dishes like casseroles and soups.
The recipe calls for a cup of shredded cheese melted on top.
4. Informal term for small, thin strips of any cheese used as a garnish.
He added shredded cheese and herbs to finish the salad.