white potato

American  

noun

1. potato.

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white potato British  

noun

1. another name for potato

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Etymology

Origin of white potato

An Americanism dating back to 1785–95

Example Sentences

Field trials have been under way to identify the ones which can be sold as “white potatoes” in supermarkets.

From BBC

“Unlike grains, white potatoes are strong contributors of potassium, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and fiber,” the senators wrote in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.

From Seattle Times

The study said, "all white vegetables, including white potatoes, provide nutrients needed in the diet."

From Salon

She told him to eat sweet potatoes, white potatoes, grapes and porridge as well as his usual chicken and broccoli.

From BBC

But the idea of pan-seared fritters is an appealing one, and there is a world of options aside from white potatoes.

From Washington Times