sushi

noun

su·​shi ˈsü-shē How to pronounce sushi (audio)
 also  ˈsu̇-
: cold rice dressed with vinegar, formed into any of various shapes, and garnished especially with bits of raw seafood or vegetables

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Customers can enjoy classic sushi with a Texas flair, like the Texas Hamachi Roll. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024 There's also a Cooking Connection counter for cooking demonstrations and samples, H-E-B's sushi station Sushiya, a bakery and fish and meat markets. Nicole Cobler, Axios, 4 Dec. 2024 The food is just as mind-blowing, with options from sumptuous sushi to rich ragu pasta. Rebekah Evans, The Week Uk, theweek, 18 Nov. 2024 This abstract design reminds us of a sushi platter which is definitely speaking to our stomach. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sushi 

Word History

Etymology

Japanese

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sushi was in 1893

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“Sushi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sushi. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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sushi

noun
su·​shi ˈsü-shē How to pronounce sushi (audio)
ˈsu̇sh-ē
: cold rice formed into any of various shapes and topped or wrapped with pieces of often raw seafood or vegetables

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