Definition and meaning of English word "potato"
potato
/pəˈtætəʊ/
Meaning
NounThe edible starchy tuber of the plant species Solanum tuberosum.
How to use
The term 'potato' is commonly used in informal contexts, especially when referring to food. A notable grammatical nuance is that 'potato' can be used as a countable or uncountable noun, depending on the context. For example, 'I'm going to buy some potatoes' (countable) versus 'Potato is a staple food in many countries' (uncountable).
🇬🇧 English
potato
Example
I love mashed potatoes.
The potato is a staple food in many cultures.
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Common phrases
- mashed potatoes— mashed potatoes
- potato salad— potato salad
- potato chips— potato chips
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Frequency rank: #401 in English
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The English word "potato" means "potato" in English.
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