Mochi

Definitions

1. A Bantu language of Tanzania.
2. A member of a Hindu caste known traditionally as shoemakers.
3. A small Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Many of Japan's most popular confections are dusted with a light⟳ coating of sweetened kinako. These confections usually consist⟳ of a grain such as mochi (pounded glutinous rice) […]”

“And when it comes to mochi, the Japanese rice dough, much of its appeal can be attributed to a glorious bounce or a gelatinous squish or a comforting kind of gloop. One of the most popular ways to eat⟳ mochi is in the sweet packages known as daifuku: The dough is stretched around a filling of red bean paste, or creams in flavors like⟳ green tea, chocolate or strawberries.”

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