parsnip
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Noun — A pale, sweet-tasting root vegetable related to the carrot.
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Etymology
From Latin pastinaca, "parsnip, carrot," related to pastinum, a two-pronged digging fork.
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What does “parsnip” mean?
The word “parsnip” means a pale, sweet-tasting root vegetable related to the carrot. In plain terms, a cream-coloured root vegetable, sweeter and softer than a carrot, often roasted.
How do you pronounce “parsnip”?
“Parsnip” is pronounced PAH-snihp (/ˈpɑɹ.snɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “parsnip” in a sentence?
Here is “parsnip” used in a sentence: “She roasted parsnips alongside the carrots and potatoes.”
What part of speech is “parsnip”?
“Parsnip” is a noun.
Where does the word “parsnip” come from?
The word “parsnip” comes from Latin. From Latin pastinaca, "parsnip, carrot," related to pastinum, a two-pronged digging fork.