Tuber Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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tuber

[ˈtjuːbər ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

vegetable

A swollen underground plant stem or root serving as a storage organ, such as a potato.

Synonyms

potato, root vegetable.

Examples of usage

  • She dug up the tubers from the garden.
  • The tubers were used to make a delicious soup.
Context #2 | Noun

biology

A protuberance on the surface of an animal, plant, or organ.

Synonyms

knob, protuberance.

Examples of usage

  • The tubers on the plant store nutrients for growth.
  • The tubers help the plant adapt to harsh conditions.

Translations

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Origin of 'tuber'

The word 'tuber' originated from the Latin word 'tuber, tuberis', meaning 'swelling, lump'. It has been used in English since the 1660s to refer to swollen underground plant stems or roots. The term has since expanded to include protuberances on various organisms, reflecting its biological significance.


See also: tub.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,043, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.