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Philly cheesesteak
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English
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Etymology
Named after Philly (Philadelphia).
Noun
A cheesesteak sandwich made according to the classic Philadelphia recipe of melted cheese, sliced onions and thinly sliced pieces of beefsteak on a hoagie roll.
Usage notes
This term can be used on its own as a synonym for cheesesteak or to distinguish the original from a variation that substitutes other ingredients such as chicken cheesesteak or Hawaiian cheesesteak.
See also
en terms derived from toponyms
en Sandwiches