: an erect South American herb (Solanum tuberosum) of the nightshade family widely cultivated for its edible starchy tuber
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: the tuber of a potato
called alsoIrish potato, spud, white potato
Illustration of potato
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Examples of potato in a Sentence
She's growing carrots and potatoes in her garden this year.
Recent Examples on the WebThis pink-hued spin combines pickled beets, sweet pickle relish, eggs, carrots, and potatoes.—Omar Tate, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2024 Parents may see veggie puffs, marketed as a healthy alternative to sugar-laden snacks, as a way to make foods like beets, carrots, potatoes and tomatoes palatable for kids.—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 5 June 2024 It’s served with peas, carrots, corn, potatoes and choice of rice.—Maddie Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2024 Following the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests enjoyed a plated meal with a menu featuring a summer strawberry salad, orange glazed chicken, vegetables and mashed potatoes.—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for potato
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