rutabaga
2 synonyms for rutabaga, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A root vegetable, also called a swede, with yellowish flesh and a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
swede
Swedish turnip
Etymology
Borrowed in the late 1700s from a Swedish dialect word combining rot ("root") and bagge ("lump").
Full origin of rutabaga →Frequently asked questions
What does “rutabaga” mean?
The word “rutabaga” means a root vegetable, also called a swede, with yellowish flesh and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. In plain terms, a large, hardy root vegetable related to the turnip and cabbage.
How do you pronounce “rutabaga”?
“Rutabaga” is pronounced ROO-tuh-bay-guh (/ˈɹutəˌbeɪɡə/ in IPA).
How do you use “rutabaga” in a sentence?
Here is “rutabaga” used in a sentence: “She roasted rutabaga alongside carrots and potatoes.”
What is another word for “rutabaga”?
Words with a similar meaning to “rutabaga” include swede and Swedish turnip.
What part of speech is “rutabaga”?
“Rutabaga” is a noun.
Where does the word “rutabaga” come from?
The word “rutabaga” dates back to around 1700 and comes from Swedish. Borrowed in the late 1700s from a Swedish dialect word combining rot ("root") and bagge ("lump").
