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Gorgonzola

noun

Gor·​gon·​zo·​la ˌgȯr-gən-ˈzō-lə How to pronounce Gorgonzola (audio)
: a pungent blue cheese of Italian origin

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Drape them with Gorgonzola, sage and walnuts, or mascarpone and, again, walnuts. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 9 July 2026 In high school, Brixx introduced me to their pear and Gorgonzola pizza that had walnuts and caramelized onions. — Peter St Onge, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026 Gorgonzola fondue and truffle butter can be drizzled over any of their steaks and entrées. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 June 2026 The Martinis—Gorgonzola, Lemon, Pesto, or a Gibson—are worth it. — Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Gorgonzola

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Etymology

Italian, from Gorgonzola, Italy

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Gorgonzola was in 1878

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“Gorgonzola.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gorgonzola. Accessed 17 Sep. 2026.

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Gorgonzola

noun
Gor·​gon·​zo·​la ˌgȯr-gən-ˈzō-lə How to pronounce Gorgonzola (audio)
: a cheese of Italian origin ripened by veins of greenish blue mold
Etymology

named for Gorgonzola, town in Italy where the cheese was first made

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