Definition

A plant from eastern Asia that has a group of sweet, edible roots that can be eaten.

Example

The chef used skirret roots to add a sweet flavor to the dish.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with skirret?

No, I haven't even heard of it before!

It's actually a really tasty root vegetable; you should give it a shot.

I will! It sounds interesting, and I love trying new ingredients.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'skirret' originates from Old English 'sciere' (meaning a type of root vegetable) and is related to the Middle Dutch 'schirret' (meaning a type of root). It refers specifically to a type of edible root vegetable, often used in cooking.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for a root vegetable, 'sciere', to remember that 'skirret' refers to a type of edible root.

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