Definition

A thick, fleshy young shoot or stem that grows from a plant, often seen in vegetables like asparagus.

Example

The gardener harvested the turions of asparagus in early spring.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a turion before?

No, I haven’t! What is it exactly?

It's actually the young shoot of plants like asparagus.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to see one in person.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Turion comes from Latin 'turio' (meaning a young shoot or sprout). The word refers to a young shoot or bud of a plant, particularly in the context of botany.

Memory Tip

Picture a young plant 'shooting up' — that's what 'turion' means, a young sprout or bud.

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