Parmesan
noun
Par·me·san
ˈpär-mə-ˌzän 
-ˌzhän,
-zən,
-ˌzan
: a very hard dry sharply flavored cheese that is sold grated or in wedges
sprinkled grated Parmesan over the spaghetti
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Garlic Parmesan has long been a go-to seasoning for wings, breadsticks, and pasta, which is why your mouth probably waters at the mention of it.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Next came the Parmesan Hokkaido Scallops.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Toasty black walnuts and savory Parmesan work their magic, yielding a crunchy and creamy pasta that’s extremely comforting in the colder months.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025
Shake Shack What To Know The new fall menu centers around fall flavors with an emphasis on Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, and garlic Parmesan for the chain's burgers and fries.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Next came the Parmesan Hokkaido Scallops.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Toasty black walnuts and savory Parmesan work their magic, yielding a crunchy and creamy pasta that’s extremely comforting in the colder months.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025
Shake Shack What To Know The new fall menu centers around fall flavors with an emphasis on Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions, and garlic Parmesan for the chain's burgers and fries.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Parmesan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Parmesan. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.
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Parmesan
noun
Par·me·san
ˈpär-mə-ˌzän
-ˌzhän
-ˌzhän
-zən,
-ˌzan
: a very hard dry sharply flavored cheese that is sold grated or in wedges
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