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Yuzu

2 stages from Japanese to English.

Today it means a fragrant, tart East Asian citrus fruit prized for its zest and juice

Where does the word "yuzu" come from? It comes from Japanese yuzu, adopted directly into English (2000s).

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Stage 1 of 2
yuzu
Japanese · ancient
"a tart, aromatic citrus fruit"
the native name for a fragrant, sour East Asian citrus fruit
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Stage 2 of 2
yuzu
English · 2000s
"a fragrant, sour Japanese citrus fruit"
borrowed by chefs as the citrus became prized in international fine dining
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