Gorgonzola

noun

Gor·​gon·​zo·​la ˌgȯr-gən-ˈzō-lə 

: a pungent blue cheese of Italian origin

Examples of Gorgonzola in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If that’s too much steak for you, share a six-ounce sirloin appetizer that comes topped with Gorgonzola for $20. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2026

Their pastas stand out, including a ravioli with Gorgonzola Dolce, ricotta, mozzarella, Locatelli and spinach; a spicy sausage dish with al dente orecchiette; and a duck confit pansotti with wild fennel. — Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 10 Aug. 2026

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

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Gorgonzola, Italy

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Gorgonzola

• ayatollah
• variola
• azolla
• canola
• cupola
• ebola
• fasciola
• granola
• scaevola
• victrola
• viola
• bola

Kids Definition

Gorgonzola

noun

Gor·​gon·​zo·​la ˌgȯr-gən-ˈzō-lə 

: 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