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turnip

noun

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A round root vegetable with white flesh and purple or white skin, often eaten cooked or raw.

Example Sentence

The farmer harvested a large crop of turnips from his field.

Usage Note

Turnips are a versatile root vegetable used in cooking, often roasted, mashed, or added to stews. They can also be eaten raw.

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