mozzarella

noun

moz·​za·​rel·​la ˌmät-sə-ˈre-lə How to pronounce mozzarella (audio)
: a moist white unsalted unripened cheese of mild flavor and a smooth rubbery texture

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Adding mozzarella and Parmesan creates a salty, extra cheesy base while tomato sauce balances the richness with some acidity. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 Oct. 2026 The domino arepa marries rich black beans fragrant with cinnamon and guajillo, and a tangy blend of mozzarella, Gouda and feta cheeses. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 The eatery offers a variety of Korean hot dog styles, including a classic Korean hot dog, a mozzarella dog and a potato hot dog, according to its online menu. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Goodbye to clam chowder, meatloaf, blue cheese dressing and ranch dressing made on site, pico mix, sliced ham, mozzarella cheese, whole milk, heavy cream, coleslaw and blue cheese. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mozzarella

Word History

Etymology

Italian, diminutive of mozza, a kind of cheese, from mozzare to cut off, from mozzo cut off, docked, from Vulgar Latin *mutius, alteration of Latin mutilus

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mozzarella was in 1911

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“Mozzarella.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mozzarella. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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mozzarella

noun
moz·​za·​rel·​la ˌmät-sə-ˈrel-ə How to pronounce mozzarella (audio)
: a moist white rubbery mild-flavored cheese that is much used in Italian cooking

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