Etymology

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Today it means: Synonym of charr (“fish”) An ingredient in sushi and sashimi, sometimes referred to by its Japanese name when listed as an ingredient. Full definition →

Japanese イワナ
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  1. Japanese · borrowed fromイワナ
  2. English todayiwana

From Japanese イワナ.

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