goat cheese

noun

: any of various cheeses made from goat's milk

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With just four ingredients and five minutes of total time, this herbed goat cheese spread is tangy, creamy, and fresh. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Add the berries, cucumber, avocado, goat cheese, pepitas (if using), and more dressing to taste. — Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026 Both savory options, a spinach and feta pastry and goat cheese and mushroom quiche, were vegetarian. — Eva Flowe june 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 June 2026 Featuring a crust made with fresh thyme, this tomato tart blends herbs, butter, tomato and goat cheese for a delicious, elegant savory treat. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for goat cheese

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of goat cheese was before the 12th century

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“Goat cheese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goat%20cheese. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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