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udo

OO-doh

Udo (noun) means Japanese spikenard, a tall Asian plant whose blanched young shoots are eaten as a vegetable. Example: “The chef shaved raw udo into thin strips for the salad.”

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Japanese spikenard, a tall Asian plant whose blanched young shoots are eaten as a vegetable.
"The chef shaved raw udo into thin strips for the salad."

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In plain EnglishAn Asian vegetable plant related to ginseng, valued for its crisp, mild-tasting stalks.

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Etymology

Borrowed from the Japanese name for the plant.

Origin: Japanese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “udo” mean?

The word “udo” means japanese spikenard, a tall Asian plant whose blanched young shoots are eaten as a vegetable. In plain terms, an Asian vegetable plant related to ginseng, valued for its crisp, mild-tasting stalks.

How do you pronounce “udo”?

“Udo” is pronounced OO-doh (/ˈuː.dəʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “udo” in a sentence?

Here is “udo” used in a sentence: “The chef shaved raw udo into thin strips for the salad.”

What part of speech is “udo”?

“Udo” is a noun.

Where does the word “udo” come from?

The word “udo” comes from Japanese. Borrowed from the Japanese name for the plant.

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