tuberous root

American  

noun

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

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Other Word Forms

• tuberous-rooted adjective

Etymology

Origin of tuberous root

First recorded in 1660–70

Example Sentences

The bright, purple tuberous root hailing from the Philippines has enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years.

From Salon

As for ube, the tuberous root is becoming more widespread in Western grocery stores and restaurants.

From Salon

My favorite thing about beets is that one plant provides two sides dishes – the tuberous root and the tasty greens.

From Washington Times

That was Corydalis solida or C. flexuosa, a spring ephemeral with a tuberous root system.

From Seattle Times

The “sour starch” is manioc flour, which is derived from an indigenous tuberous root of the same name, also known as cassava.

From New York Times