Cheeselike: meaning, definitions and examples

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cheeselike

[ˈtʃiːzˌlaɪk ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Resembling or having the qualities of cheese.

cheese-like, cheesey, cheesy.

Word	Description / Examples
cheeselike	Similar to 'cheeselike', this term is often found in technical descriptions but can also be used interchangeably with 'cheese-like'. The laboratory created a cheeselike substance using plant-based ingredients
cheesy	Often used in casual contexts to describe something that is overly sentimental or trying too hard to be funny, cool, or romantic. It has a negative connotation. The movie had a lot of cheesy dialogue that made us laugh for the wrong reasons
cheesey	A common misspelling of 'cheesy'; avoid using this form.
cheese-like	Commonly used in both scientific and casual conversations to describe something that resembles or is similar to cheese in some way. The pasta sauce had a cheese-like consistency

The word 'cheeselike' combines 'cheese', which comes from Old English 'cēse', and 'like', which denotes similarity.
Historically, the process of making cheese can lead to variations that might inspire terms like 'cheeselike' to describe similar products.

Cheeselike products can include plant-based alternatives, which mimic cheese's creaminess and flavor for those who avoid dairy.
Dishes such as pesto or certain sauces might be described as cheeselike when they have rich, creamy elements without containing actual cheese.

In vegan cuisine, the term cheeselike is often applied to nut-based spreads, which are crafted to emulate the flavor and texture of traditional cheeses.
Many cultures have developed their unique cheeselike preparations, such as ricotta or paneer, which are dairy-based yet differ from typical aged cheeses.

Nutritional studies suggest that plant-based cheeselike alternatives can provide similar flavors without the saturated fats found in dairy cheese.
Research into cheeselike mouthfeel has revealed that certain emulsifiers can replicate the creamy sensation of cheese in various dishes.

The rise of veganism and plant-based diets has made cheeselike products increasingly popular in restaurants and grocery stores.
Cheeselike items often appear in food blogs and social media channels, demonstrating their appeal in modern cooking and health trends.

Translations of the word "cheeselike" in other languages:

🇵🇹 como queijo

🇮🇳 पनीर जैसा

🇩🇪 käsig

🇮🇩 seperti keju

🇺🇦 сирний

🇵🇱 jak ser

🇯🇵 チーズのような

🇫🇷 comme du fromage

🇪🇸 como queso

🇹🇷 peynir gibi

🇰🇷 치즈 같은

🇸🇦 مثل الجبن

🇨🇿 jako sýr

🇸🇰 ako syr

🇨🇳 像奶酪的

🇸🇮 kot sir

🇮🇸 eins og ostur

🇰🇿 ірімшік тәрізді

🇬🇪 როგორც ყველი

🇦🇿 pendir kimi

🇲🇽 como queso