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

Examples of yuzu in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With pink yuzu, peach, grapefruit, and sea salt as the scent’s top notes and jasmine and sugary vanilla as the base notes, the smell and feeling is just as sweet and glittery (and pink) as Glinda herself. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024 The cheery hue reflects the scent of yuzu, mandarin and neroli blossom. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 Lobster Tacos Koi Los Angeles has a signature lobster tacos dish that features tender lobster topped with mango salsa and zesty yuzu guacamole. Aly Walansky, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024 There's also a matcha and yuzu highball and a Dotonbori Slider, inspired by the Japanese Slipper. Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for yuzu 

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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 Oct. 2024.

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