cheesesteak

noun

cheese·​steak ˈchēz-ˌstāk How to pronounce cheesesteak (audio)
: a sandwich consisting of thinly sliced beef topped with melted cheese and condiments (such as fried onions or peppers)

Examples of cheesesteak in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Wings start at $5 for three pieces, burgers at $8, cheesesteaks at $12 and pizza at $15. Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2024 Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen knows how to order a Philadelphia cheesesteak. Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 31 July 2024 Of course, no tour of Philly is complete without a cheesesteak, and their stop at a popular Philly cheesesteak spot leads them to meet Donna. Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 17 Sep. 2024 The Wisconsin delicacy was ranked eighth, below dishes from other regions like New York's cheesecake, Philly cheesesteak, Kansas City BBQ and Detroit-style pizza. Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cheesesteak 

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Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cheesesteak was in 1977

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“Cheesesteak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cheesesteak. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

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