root cellar

American  

noun

1. a cellar, partially or wholly underground and usually covered with dirt, where root crops and other vegetables are stored.

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Etymology

Origin of root cellar

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

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root cellar

People who don’t have a root cellar can try keeping their potatoes in a basket or a burlap sack.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 5, 2023

In one case, a Russian was said to be living in a root cellar and eating only pickles for months.

From New York Times ● Aug. 8, 2022

The last time I was in that root cellar was many years ago, but even now, I can remember every detail.

From Washington Post ● Jun. 17, 2022

For most of us, a brown paper bag kept at room temperature will suffice, but a root cellar would be better if you have one.

From Salon ● Feb. 9, 2022

But I will not give up the root cellar.

From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor