BusinessSeptember 4, 2026
wagyu
WAH-gyoo
Definition
A highly prized breed of Japanese cattle known for producing meat with intense marbling and rich, buttery flavor.
Etymology
The word is a loanword from Japanese, composed of 'wa' meaning 'Japanese' and 'gyu' meaning 'cow'. It describes the specific lineage of cattle originally developed in Japan.
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