Turnip: meaning, definitions and examples
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turnip
[ หtษrnษชp ]
vegetable type
A turnip is a root vegetable commonly grown for its edible white flesh and nutrient-rich leaves. It belongs to the Brassica family, which also includes cabbage and broccoli. Turnips can be eaten raw, roasted, or used in soups and stews.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I made a delicious turnip salad.
- She added turnips to the stew for extra flavor.
- Turnips are rich in vitamins and fiber.
- He loves roasted turnips as a side dish.
Translations
Translations of the word "turnip" in other languages:
๐ต๐น nabo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเคฒเคเคฎ
๐ฉ๐ช Steckrรผbe
๐ฎ๐ฉ lobak
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะฟะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ rutabaga
๐ฏ๐ต ใซใ
๐ซ๐ท navet
๐ช๐ธ nabo
๐น๐ท ลalgam
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฌด
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุช
๐จ๐ฟ kedluben
๐ธ๐ฐ repa
๐จ๐ณ ่่
๐ธ๐ฎ repo
๐ฎ๐ธ rรณt
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะฟะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแ แฎแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tษrษvษz
๐ฒ๐ฝ nabo
Etymology
The term 'turnip' traces its roots back to the Old French word 'ternipe', which itself is derived from the Latin 'tลญrnฤซpฤs', composed of 'tลญrnus' (meaning 'to turn') and 'vลญpa' (meaning 'leaf'). The cultivation of turnips dates back thousands of years, particularly in Europe and Asia, where they were a staple food for many ancient civilizations. They were widely consumed in ancient Rome and featured in the diets of medieval Europeans. Over time, turnips became an important crop for farmers due to their versatility and ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions. Throughout history, the turnip has been recognized not only for its nutritional value but also for its role in agricultural practices, such as crop rotation and livestock feed. Today, it remains a popular vegetable in various cuisines across the globe.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,502, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19500 coniferous
- 19501 fumigation
- 19502 turnip
- 19503 calcined
- 19504 suffused
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