teriyaki

noun

ter·​i·​ya·​ki ˌter-ē-ˈyä-kē 

: a Japanese dish of meat or fish that is grilled or broiled after being soaked in a seasoned soy sauce marinade

Examples of teriyaki in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Standouts include the vegan Orange Cauliflower tossed in a sweet-and-savory sauce, Chicken Katsu with teriyaki glaze and vegetables over rice and Southern Fried Chicken served with classic sides. —Moná Thomas, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025

The teriyaki beef was served as thin cuts of soft meat, where the saltiness overpowered the sweetness and tanginess. —Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025

Or for a little bit of everything, the bento box comes with half a California roll; two gyoza; tempura veggie; steamed rice, soup or salad; and a choice of teriyaki chicken, teriyaki beef, or teriyaki shrimp. —Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025

The teriyaki dishes are served with veggies and a side of rice. —Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Japanese, from teri glaze + yaki broiling

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for teriyaki

• blocky
• chalky
• cocky
• gawky
• hockey
• jockey
• khaki
• machi
• maki
• rocky
• stocky
• talkie