Word
wasabi
UK/wɐsˈɑːbi/
Definition
n. a strong-tasting green paste made from a plant in the mustard family. It is often served with sushi to add a spicy kick.
n. a pungent green paste made from the rhizome of a plant in the Brassicaceae family. Frequently served with sushi or sashimi to enhance the flavor profile.
Examples
“I always put a little wasabi on my sushi.”
“The chef grated the fresh wasabi root to serve alongside the raw tuna for a more authentic dining experience.”
“While horseradish is a common substitute in Western markets, authentic wasabi provides a more delicate and aromatic heat that disappears quickly on the tongue.”
Examples
simple
“I always put a little wasabi on my sushi.”
contextual
“The chef grated the fresh wasabi root to serve alongside the raw tuna for a more authentic dining experience.”
complex
“While horseradish is a common substitute in Western markets, authentic wasabi provides a more delicate and aromatic heat that disappears quickly on the tongue.”
Real-World Examples
“In a bowl large enough to hold all the pea pods, mix all the ingredients for the wasabi dressing with a half-teaspoon of salt and set aside.” Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese 山葵 (wasabi).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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