swede
4 synonyms for swede, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large, round root vegetable with yellowish flesh, related to the turnip.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Short for "Swedish turnip," so named because Swedish growers introduced the vegetable to England in the 1700s.
Full origin of swede →Frequently asked questions
What does “swede” mean?
The word “swede” means a large, round root vegetable with yellowish flesh, related to the turnip. In plain terms, a root vegetable similar to a turnip, common in British cooking.
How do you pronounce “swede”?
“Swede” is pronounced sweed (/swiːd/ in IPA).
How do you use “swede” in a sentence?
Here is “swede” used in a sentence: “She mashed swede with butter as a side dish.”
What is another word for “swede”?
Words with a similar meaning to “swede” include rutabaga, neep, yellow turnip and winter turnip.
What part of speech is “swede”?
“Swede” is a noun.
Where does the word “swede” come from?
The word “swede” dates back to around 1700 and comes from Swedish. Short for "Swedish turnip," so named because Swedish growers introduced the vegetable to England in the 1700s.
