yuzu

noun

yu·zu ˈyü-(ˌ)zü

: a green or yellow aromatic citrus fruit whose acidic rind and juice are often used in Japanese cuisine

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Inventive cocktails that bring Asian ingredients together, like chrysanthemum and yuzu syrup, are also among the offerings. — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026 Non-imbibers, meanwhile, can enjoy yuzu hop water or zero-proof white wine from Germany. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026 There were also passed hors d’oeuvres, rotating between mini beef wellingtons and yuzu chicken tenders, amongst other options. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 At first spritz, you’re instantly enchanted and uplifted by sparkling, tart notes of pomelo and yuzu. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for yuzu

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Etymology

Japanese

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of yuzu was in 1977

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