Tuber Meaning and Definition
Tuber
Pronunciation
/ˈtjuːbər/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A type of underground stem, typically herbaceous, that produces buds or roots, found in various plant species, including potatoes, sweet potatoes, and yams.
Examples
- The farmer harvested the tubers from the field.
- Tubers are a key component of many staple crops.
Synonyms
- Root
- Rhizome
Antonyms
- Leaf
- Flower
Etymology
The word “Tuber” comes from the Latin “tuber”, meaning ” swollen part”, which refers to the enlarged portion of the plant stem that serves as a storage organ.
Usage Notes
In general, tubers are used in a variety of culinary and industrial applications, including food production, biofuels, and pharmaceuticals.
Cultural References
Tubers have been used as a staple food source in many cultures around the world, including the staple diet of many ancient civilizations.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
Related Words or Phrases
- Root vegetable
- Stem
Collocations
- Tuber production
- Tuber yield
Frequency of Use
The word “Tuber” is relatively common in scientific and technical contexts, but less frequently used in everyday language.
Common Misspellings
Tubor, Tubur