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Definition of jarlsberg

jarlsberg

/ˈjɑːrlz.bɜːrɡ/
jarls · berg
Plural:jarlsbergs
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jarlsberg Lexical Profile

jarlsberg Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A mild, semi-hard cow's milk cheese of Norwegian origin, characterized by its large holes and sweet, nutty flavor.

Example

"She sliced some Jarlsberg to serve alongside the crackers and fresh grapes on the charcuterie board."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named after the former Jarlsberg and Larviks County in Norway (now part of Vestfold), where the cheese was originally developed in the mid-19th century.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jarlsberg. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jarlsberg
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