tuber (Meaning)
tuber (n)
a fleshy underground stem or root serving for reproductive and food storage
type genus of the Tuberaceae: fungi whose fruiting bodies are typically truffles
tuber (n.)
A fleshy, rounded stem or root, usually containing starchy matter, as the potato or arrowroot; a thickened root-stock. See Illust. of Tuberous.
A genus of fungi. See Truffle.
A tuberosity; a tubercle.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tuber
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tuber Sentence Examples
- Potatoes are tubers that provide a rich source of carbohydrates and nutrients.
- The swollen stems of cassava, known as tubers, are a staple food in many tropical regions.
- Sweet potatoes have a sweet and starchy flesh that makes them a versatile vegetable and produce elongated tubers.
- Yams are large, edible tubers commonly used in various cuisines around the world.
- Taro tubers have a fibrous texture and are often used in stews, soups, and stir-fries.
- The tuber of the Jerusalem artichoke is a Jerusalem artichoke and is a type of sunflower that produces edible tubers.
- The pink-flowered elephant's foot plant has a large, fleshy tuber that resembles an elephant's foot.
- The tubers of the cyclamen plant are used for medicinal purposes.
- The tuber of the gloriosa lily is highly poisonous.
- The tuber of the common daisy is used as a laxative.
FAQs About the word tuber
a fleshy underground stem or root serving for reproductive and food storage, type genus of the Tuberaceae: fungi whose fruiting bodies are typically trufflesA f
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Potatoes are tubers that provide a rich source of carbohydrates and nutrients.
The swollen stems of cassava, known as tubers, are a staple food in many tropical regions.
Sweet potatoes have a sweet and starchy flesh that makes them a versatile vegetable and produce elongated tubers.
Yams are large, edible tubers commonly used in various cuisines around the world.
