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yucca

 

[ หˆjสŒkษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical plant

Yucca refers to a genus of perennial shrubs and trees that belong to the Agavaceae family, native to hot and dry regions of the Americas and the Caribbean. Yuccas are known for their sword-like leaves and tall flowering spikes that display large clusters of white or cream-colored flowers. They are commonly used as ornamental plants in landscaping due to their striking appearance and drought tolerance. Additionally, certain species of yucca are cultivated for their edible root, which is rich in saponins and can be processed into flour.

Synonyms

cassava, yuca

Examples of usage

  • We planted a yucca in our garden for its unique look.
  • The yucca's flowers attract various pollinators.
  • She cooked yucca root for dinner, adding it to the stew.

Translations

Translations of the word "yucca" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น yucca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Yuca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ yucca

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัŽะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ yucca

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฆใƒƒใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท yucca

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ yuca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yucca

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ์นด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠูˆูƒุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yucca

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ yucca

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœจ่–ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ yucca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ yucca

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัŽะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒฃแƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yuka

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ yuca

Etymology

The word 'yucca' originates from the Spanish word 'yuca', which refers to the cassava plant. It is believed to have been derived from the Arawakan language spoken by Indigenous peoples in the Caribbean. The name was adapted to refer to the various species within the Yucca genus that were encountered by European explorers and settlers. The use of 'yucca' in English has dated back to the early 18th century, and it was primarily associated with the plant's ornamental use as well as its dietary value. Over time, the term has come to encompass a range of species within the genus, distinguishing between those used for their foliage and those valued for their roots.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,775, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.