beetroot
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for beetroot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The deep-red edible root of the beet plant.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "beet" plus "root."
Full origin of beetroot →Frequently asked questions
What does “beetroot” mean?
The word “beetroot” means the deep-red edible root of the beet plant. In plain terms, the British English word for the vegetable Americans usually call "beet.".
How do you pronounce “beetroot”?
“Beetroot” is pronounced BEET-root (/ˈbit.ɹut/ in IPA).
How do you use “beetroot” in a sentence?
Here is “beetroot” used in a sentence: “The salad was topped with slices of pickled beetroot.”
What part of speech is “beetroot”?
Depending on how it is used, “beetroot” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “beetroot” have?
“Beetroot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the deep-red edible root of the beet plant.