Gouda

noun

Gou·​da ˈgü-də How to pronounce Gouda (audio)
: a mild cheese of Dutch origin that is similar to Edam but contains more fat

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Hard cheeses like Cheddar, Parmesan, Gouda, and Swiss naturally have a lower moisture content, so surface drying is pretty common. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026 These savory puff pastry bites are enveloped in Gouda cheese. Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026 Joakim Gouda, who’s seen by many college coaches as the top linebacker in Georgia this year, has a new home. Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026 Gouda’s is ready to welcome new and returning foodies to its permanent home this weekend, and Johnson promises there’s something for every palate. Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Gouda

Word History

Etymology

Gouda, Netherlands

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Gouda was in 1885

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“Gouda.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gouda. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

Geographical Definition

Gouda

geographical name

Gou·​da ˈgau̇-də How to pronounce Gouda (audio)
ˈgü-
ˈḵau̇-
commune in the southwestern part of the Netherlands northeast of Rotterdam and famous for its cheese (Gouda) population 71,688

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