Meaning of the word udon in English

What does udon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

udon

US /ˈuː.dɑːn/
UK /ˈuː.dɒn/
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Noun

a type of thick wheat flour noodle used in Japanese cuisine

Example:
I ordered a bowl of hot udon soup for lunch.
She prefers udon over ramen because of its chewy texture.