Sushi

/ˈsu.ʃi/ noun

Definition

Japanese dish of prepared vinegared rice with fish, vegetables, or other ingredients

Etymology

Japanese, originally meaning sour-tasting, from su (vinegar) + shi (rice)

Kelly Says

Sushi actually means 'sour rice' - the fish is just the popular topping that made this fermented rice dish famous worldwide!

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