yam
/jæm/
Meanings
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noun
A starchy vegetable native to Africa, with a brown skin and white, sweet flesh.
- "She peeled and boiled the yams for the Thanksgiving feast."
- "The farmer grew a bountiful harvest of yams."
Pronunciation
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/jæm/
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/jæm/
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with yamjam , dam , game , tame
Variants
List of all variants of yam that leads to same resultyam , yams , Kinneret , Yam , Yam Kinneret , Galilee , Sea of , Lake Tiberias , Lake of Gennesaret , Sea of Chinnereth , Sea of Galilee , Sea of Tiberias
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.The word 'yam' comes from the West African language 'Gun', where it is known as 'nyam'. It was introduced to Europe in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers and subsequently spread to the Americas.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Yams are the world's largest monocotyledonous crop.
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The largest yam ever recorded weighed over 132 kg (290 lbs).
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Yams are rich in vitamins C and B6, as well as potassium and fiber.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Sweet Potato: Although they are often confused, yams and sweet potatoes are different root vegetables. While yams are starchier and have a rougher skin, sweet potatoes are sweeter and smoother.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Yams have cultural and historical significance in many West African societies, where they are a staple food. They are used in various traditional dishes and festivals, such as the Yam Festival in Ghana.
How to Memorize "yam"
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visualize
- Imagine a large, brown, oblong root vegetable with white, sweet flesh.
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associate
- Associate the word 'yam' with the Thanksgiving feast or traditional African dishes.
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mnemonics
- Remember that 'Yams Aren't Mashed Potatoes'.
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