Wagyu

/ ˈwæɡjuː /

noun

1. any of several Japanese breeds of beef cattle, raised to produce Kobe beef
2. another name for Kobe beef

Word History and Origins

Origin of Wagyu¹

Japanese

Example Sentences

The Japanese broadcasters had filled the lack of action by sampling a Wagyu burger from Yankee Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times

Customers are said to be "trading up" to premium own-label products including Wagyu steak, premium cheese, ready meals, and brioche buns.

From BBC

You’ll find a nice selection of top-grade steaks, including the well-loved ribeye, New York strip and filet, as well as a 48-ounce porterhouse and an American Wagyu flank steak.

From Salon

Pro tip: If you’re usually a steakhouse girly, head to Brasero and order the wagyu picanha, cooked over house-made charcoal.

From Salon

Last month, he met Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan, home to the premium, marbled Wagyu beef; he urged his counterpart to taste Brazilian meat and become a believer.

From Seattle Times