also: なまうお
raw fish; uncooked fish; fresh fish
Refers to fish that is raw, uncooked, or very fresh. Often used in culinary contexts, especially for sashimi or sushi. The reading なまざかな is standard; なまうお is rarer and may sound more literary.
You can eat fresh raw fish at this restaurant.
Please be careful about hygiene when handling raw fish.
Uncommon variant using 肴, which often refers to fish as a side dish or snack, especially with alcohol.