Definition

A type of cheese from Italy that is often firm and can be smoked.

Example

I love adding provolone to my sandwiches for extra flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried provolone cheese?

Yeah, I love it! It's so flavorful.

I just had some on a sandwich and it was amazing.

That sounds delicious! I need to get some for my next meal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Provolone comes from the Italian word 'provola', which is derived from the Latin 'provola' (meaning a type of cheese). The suffix '-one' in Italian indicates a larger size or a more significant version of something. Therefore, provolone refers to a larger or more substantial type of provola cheese.

Memory Tip

Think of 'provola' as a type of cheese, and remember that 'provolone' means a larger version of that cheese.

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