pecorino

noun

pec·​o·​ri·​no ˌpe-kə-ˈrē-(ˌ)nō 

often capitalized

: any of various cheeses of Italian origin made from sheep's milk

Examples of pecorino in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Yes, a typical zester will work well on hard cheeses, such as Parmesan and pecorino, as a way to add a tasty topping to pasta, salads and other dishes. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2025

There is also the Lasagna Verde pizza available, which mixes oregano, basil, mozzarella, pecorino and bechamel sauce. —Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025

The Cap, for example, features two eggs, green onion and pecorino with herbs and olive oil ($19 for a 12″) while the Pig and Cow offers prosciutto, burrata, arugula, grated parmesan, and balsamic drizzle with olive oil and cracked pepper ($17 for a 12″ and $20 for a 16″). —John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 12 Mar. 2025

Main course offerings include lamb lasagna with mint and pecorino, pork skewer tacos and sous vide duck. —Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from pecorino of sheep, from pecora sheep, ewe, from Latin, domestic animals, from plural of pecus cattle — more at fee

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pecorino

• argentino
• campesino
• cappuccino
• diamino
• filipino
• maraschino
• palomino
• pilipino
• amino
• carlino
• casino
• imino