tuberous root

noun

1. a true root so thickened as to resemble a tuber, but bearing no buds or eyes.

Other Words From

• tuber·ous-rooted adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of tuberous root¹

First recorded in 1660–70

Example Sentences

There is another sort of tuberous root, called “ulluca” by the Peruvians, which is more glutinous and less pleasant to the taste.

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This oca is a tuberous root, of an oval shape and pale red colour, but white inside.

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It is the maca, a tuberous root grown like the potatoe, and like it used as an article of food.

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In the interior rivers is found the curious and beautiful lace-leaf plant (Ouvirandra fenestralis), with an edible tuberous root.

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A flowering vine with tuberous root somewhat resembling the potato.

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