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Noun: Wensleydale  'wenz-lee,deyl
  1. A white, crumbly cheese with a mild, slightly sweet flavour, originating from Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, England
    "The platter featured a variety of cheeses, including a tangy Wensleydale"
     
  2. A breed of sheep originating from the Yorkshire Dales, known for its fine wool and curly fleece
    "Farmers in the region have been raising Wensleydale sheep for centuries"
     
  3. A valley in the Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire, England
    "Tourists flocked to Wensleydale to enjoy its picturesque landscapes and local cuisine"

Derived forms: Wensleydales

Type of: cheese

Encyclopedia: Wensleydale, Victoria