ざる

笊

• Noun

  common noun
  1. draining basket (traditionally made of bamboo); colander; strainer; sieve.

     kana-only

  2. zaru soba (soba served on a bamboo draining basket with dipping sauce).

     abbreviation kana-only

     See also ざる蕎麦 .

  3. strong drinker; someone who can drink like a fish.

     colloquialism kana-only