yuzu

noun

yu·​zu ˈyü-(ˌ)zü How to pronounce yuzu (audio)
: a green or yellow aromatic citrus fruit whose acidic rind and juice are often used in Japanese cuisine

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The Moonlit Mile currently on the menu blends yuzu, blackberry and lemongrass, while the West L.A. Fadeway includes tamarind tea and fresh tamarind, cardamom, bitter lekker and sparkling water. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2025 The gin features six Japanese botanicals, including yuzu, sakura flower, and sansho pepper. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025 Standout bags included the Speedy which appeared in yuzu yellow, sencha green, and sakura pink. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Jan. 2025 Savor black truffle sliders with wagyu beef, mini lobster rolls created from Maine lobster, caviar, yuzu aioli and foie gras. Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for yuzu 

Word History

Etymology

Japanese

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of yuzu was in 1977

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“Yuzu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yuzu. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.

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