beetroot
Americannoun
noun
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a variety of the beet plant, Beta vulgaris , that has a bulbous dark red root that may be eaten as a vegetable, in salads, or pickled
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the root of this plant
Etymology
Origin of beetroot
Example Sentences
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The findings do not mean beetroot juice is a replacement for medication or other proven ways to manage blood pressure.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
In one phase, they drank regular doses of nitrate rich beetroot juice.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
The King seemed less convinced by another piece of hi-tech boozing, where he was shown how an image could be printed, using beetroot or carrot juice, on to the beer's surface.
From BBC • Dec. 18, 2025
Her signature dishes included beetroot leaves on bruschetta and peach-and-tomato ice cream.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025
Presently the housekeeper brought in some beetroot soup and dark bread, and after the priest had said a long grace, they ate.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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