Definition

A round, red root vegetable that is often cooked or pickled and is used in salads and other dishes.

Example

I love adding grated beetroot to my salads for extra color and flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with beetroot?

Yeah, I love it! It's so flavorful and healthy.

I was thinking of making a salad with beetroot this weekend.

That sounds delicious! I can’t wait to hear how it turns out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Beetroot is formed from "beet" (from Old English *beet*, meaning a type of plant) and "root" (from Old English *wyrt*, meaning root or plant). The word refers to the edible root of the beet plant.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'beet' plant and its 'root' — that's why beetroot is the root of the beet plant.

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