nori
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/ˈnɔːri/
edible seaweed sheet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nori' originates from Japanese, specifically the word '海苔 (nori)', where '海' means 'sea' and '苔' means 'moss' or 'seaweed'.
Historical Evolution
'nori' was borrowed directly from the Japanese word 'nori' and became the modern English word 'nori'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'seaweed' in Japanese, and this meaning has remained the same in modern English usage, referring specifically to the edible seaweed used in food.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of edible seaweed, usually dried and pressed into thin sheets, commonly used in Japanese cuisine, especially for wrapping sushi.
Nori is often used to wrap sushi rolls.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/27 07:03