Etymology

inarizushi

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Today it means: A form of sushi consisting of a pouch of fried tofu filled with rice. Full definition →

Japanese 稲荷寿司
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  1. Japanese · borrowed from稲荷寿司
  2. English todayinarizushi

From Japanese 稲荷寿司, named after the Shinto god Inari, said to have a fondness for fried tofu.

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