radish

• Nom désignant un légume-racine comestible, à la chair ferme et croquante, au goût plus ou moins piquant, généralement consommé cru, issu de plantes du genre Raphanus.

A noun referring to a pungent, fleshy edible root, typically eaten raw, from a cultivated Eurasian plant of the genus Raphanus.

1. Edible root vegetableA1formalculinary

   The pungent, fleshy root of a plant in the mustard family, typically eaten raw in salads.

   Radis (légume-racine)

   • She sliced a fresh radish into the salad.
   • The radish added a spicy crunch to the dish.
   • He grew red radishes in his garden.

2. Japanese daikonB1formalculinary

   A variety of radish from Japan with a long, hard, durable root that is often eaten raw or cooked.

   daïkon (radis japonais)

   • The Japanese radish, or daikon, is commonly used in pickles.
   • She grated daikon radish for the garnish.
   • This long white radish is a staple in many Asian dishes.

   Synonymesdaikon

3. The plant itselfB2formalscientific

   A cruciferous plant of the genus Raphanus, widely cultivated for its pungent, edible root.

   Radis (plante)

   • The radish plant grows quickly in cool weather.
   • Farmers harvest radishes before the summer heat.
   • This species of radish is known for its peppery flavor.