turnip

• Substantivo que designa uma planta amplamente cultivada da família das crucíferas, com raiz carnuda e comestível, geralmente branca ou amarela, usada na alimentação humana e animal.

A noun referring to a widely cultivated plant with a large, fleshy, edible root that is typically white or yellow, belonging to the mustard family.

1. Edible root vegetableA2formalculinary

   A widely cultivated plant with a large, fleshy, edible white or yellow root, often used in cooking.

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   • She added diced turnip to the stew for extra flavor.
   • Turnips are a common ingredient in traditional winter soups.
   • The farmer harvested a large crop of turnips this season.

2. Mustard family rootB1formalscientific

   The root of any of several members of the mustard family, known for its pungent taste and nutritional value.

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   • Botanically, the turnip belongs to the Brassicaceae family.
   • Some wild turnip roots are smaller but more flavorful.
   • The turnip's scientific name is Brassica rapa.