cheesesteak

noun

cheese·​steak ˈchēz-ˌstāk 

: a sandwich consisting of thinly sliced beef topped with melted cheese and condiments (such as fried onions or peppers)

Examples of cheesesteak in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Namkeen has since expanded to 10 locations across three states as well as Canada, and the Chaudhry brothers have launched a second concept, Ori's Cheesesteaks in Chatham, serving premium halal ribeye cheesesteaks. — Maryam Jillani, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

In the video, a person can be seen throwing a cheesesteak at an employee. — ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

The crust was crisp and golden, hiding a rich, savory filling of smoky, tender brisket and melted cheese that captured the essence of a classic Philly cheesesteak, wrapped in a warm, flaky shell. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

The Philly cheesesteak, the Italian beef the Po’Boy and the Cuban. — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cheesesteak

• overtake
• rattlesnake
• shiitake
• undertake
• wapentake
• ache
• ake
• bake
• brake
• break
• cake
• craik