"Sapsago" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: Sap Sago [alternative]
Etymology: A corruption of Switzerland German Schabziger. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|de-CH|Schabziger}} Switzerland German Schabziger Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} Sapsago
  1. A dry, hard cheese made from skimmed cows' milk and herbs, originating from Switzerland. Synonyms: Schabziger, serac
    Sense id: en-Sapsago-en-noun--RKtnQZD Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Cheeses

Alternative forms

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