Word
toro
/ˈtɔɹoʊ/
Definition
n. the fatty belly meat of a tuna fish, often served as sushi. It is usually the most expensive and softest part of the fish.
n. the fatty belly meat of a tuna, specifically the bluefin species, highly prized in Japanese cuisine. Often subdivided into grades based on fat content, such as 'otoro' and 'chutoro'.
Examples
“The toro melts in your mouth like butter.”
“Because of its high fat content and rich flavor, toro is considered the most premium cut at high-end sushi restaurants.”
“While leaner cuts of tuna provide a firm texture, the marbled fat of the toro offers a decadent, buttery experience that commands a significant price premium in global seafood markets.”
Examples
simple
“The toro melts in your mouth like butter.”
contextual
“Because of its high fat content and rich flavor, toro is considered the most premium cut at high-end sushi restaurants.”
complex
“While leaner cuts of tuna provide a firm texture, the marbled fat of the toro offers a decadent, buttery experience that commands a significant price premium in global seafood markets.”
Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese 灯籠.
Borrowed from Māori.
Japanese トロ
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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