# sushi

**Pronunciation:** /ˈsuːʃi/ · SOO-shee

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

Vinegared rice combined with various ingredients, typically raw seafood, vegetables, or tropical fruits, often wrapped in seaweed.

## Examples

- I have never tried sushi because I am not a fan of raw fish.
- They ordered a large platter of assorted sushi to share with the entire group.
- Learning how to prepare authentic sushi requires years of practice under a master chef.

## Synonyms

- raw fish — A literal description of the main ingredient, though less precise than the dish itself.
- Japanese cuisine — The broader culinary category to which the dish belongs.
- maki — A specific type of rolled sushi often found on menus.
- sashimi — Thinly sliced raw meat or fish served without rice, distinct from sushi.

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