turmeric (Meaning)

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turmeric (n)

widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye

ground dried rhizome of the turmeric plant used as seasoning

Webster

turmeric (n.)

An East Indian plant of the genus Curcuma, of the Ginger family.

The root or rootstock of the Curcuma longa. It is externally grayish, but internally of a deep, lively yellow or saffron color, and has a slight aromatic smell, and a bitterish, slightly acrid taste. It is used for a dye, a medicine, a condiment, and a chemical test.

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widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye, ground dried r

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Turmeric, a golden spice, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.

The active ingredient in turmeric, curcumin, possesses potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Adding turmeric to cooking not only enhances the flavor but also provides numerous health benefits.

Turmeric tea is a soothing and invigorating beverage that supports joint health and overall well-being.