Beaufort
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Noun — A firm, nutty French cheese made from cow's milk in the Alps, similar to Gruyère.
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Etymology
Named after Beaufort-sur-Doron, the French Alpine town where the cheese has traditionally been made.
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What does “Beaufort” mean?
The word “Beaufort” means a firm, nutty French cheese made from cow's milk in the Alps, similar to Gruyère. In plain terms, a hard, mountain-style French cheese, often compared to Gruyère or Comté.
How do you pronounce “Beaufort”?
“Beaufort” is pronounced BOH-fuht (/ˈboʊfəɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Beaufort” in a sentence?
Here is “Beaufort” used in a sentence: “The cheese board included a wedge of aged Beaufort.”
What part of speech is “Beaufort”?
“Beaufort” is a noun.
Where does the word “Beaufort” come from?
The word “Beaufort” comes from French. Named after Beaufort-sur-Doron, the French Alpine town where the cheese has traditionally been made.
Is “Beaufort” a common word?
“Beaufort” is an uncommon word in modern English.