cheesecloth

noun

cheese·​cloth ˈchēz-ˌklȯth How to pronounce cheesecloth (audio)
: a very lightweight unsized cotton gauze

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Wrap the mixture in cheesecloth to form a sachet. ABC News, 27 May 2026 Rinse, dab dry with cheesecloth (very absorbent and Martha-coded), then repeat as needed until the stain lifts. Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026 Place the yogurt in the cheesecloth; cover the bowl and refrigerate for 24 hours. Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2026 Cuts like pork tomahawk, rack of lamb and rum-aged porterhouse, ribeye and tenderloin are all dry-aged for a minimum of 28 days, then wrapped in cheesecloth soaked in rum and herbs then aged for another 20 days. Melinda Sheckells, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cheesecloth

Word History

Etymology

from its use in the making of cheese

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheesecloth was in the 14th century

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“Cheesecloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheesecloth. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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cheesecloth

noun
cheese·​cloth -ˌklȯth How to pronounce cheesecloth (audio)
: a thin loosely woven cotton cloth

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