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potato
noun
po·ta·to
pə-ˈtā-(ˌ)tō 
-tə,
dialectal pə-ˈdā-,
bə-
plural potatoes
often attributive
1
2
a
: an erect South American herb (Solanum tuberosum) of the nightshade family widely cultivated for its edible starchy tuber
b
: the tuber of a potato
called also Irish potato, spud, white potato
Examples of potato in a Sentence
She's growing carrots and potatoes in her garden this year.
Recent Examples on the Web
Dishes like Sea Grape’s potato and leek soup and Tamarind’s plum crumble dessert were undeniable home runs for us.
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Jasmine Grant, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
On the first day, the cubbies didn’t open; last month, a stray potato shut down Kernel’s production line.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 18 Apr. 2024
Naturally, there is opposition, principally from Big Potato, which views the vegetable designation to be good for business, even if — nutritionally speaking — potatoes are more like a refined carbohydrate.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2024
Thought potato salad was just a chilled dish for outdoor picnics and summertime family reunions?
—Pam Lolley and Robby Melvin, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
The Trash Burrito is rolled with sausage, potatoes, eggs, beans, jalapeños, lettuce, onions and two types of cheeses.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
Located in Wisconsin's Central Sands region, named for its sandy soils, Portage County is a top potato producer.
—Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Covered in classic savory seasoning, ready to crisp up in the oven or the air-fryer, these potatoes are to die for.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
These potatoes are crispy and salty and are best served with this creamy dipping sauce.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
Jasmine Grant, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
On the first day, the cubbies didn’t open; last month, a stray potato shut down Kernel’s production line.
—Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 18 Apr. 2024
Naturally, there is opposition, principally from Big Potato, which views the vegetable designation to be good for business, even if — nutritionally speaking — potatoes are more like a refined carbohydrate.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2024
Thought potato salad was just a chilled dish for outdoor picnics and summertime family reunions?
—Pam Lolley and Robby Melvin, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
The Trash Burrito is rolled with sausage, potatoes, eggs, beans, jalapeños, lettuce, onions and two types of cheeses.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 11 Apr. 2024
Located in Wisconsin's Central Sands region, named for its sandy soils, Portage County is a top potato producer.
—Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
Covered in classic savory seasoning, ready to crisp up in the oven or the air-fryer, these potatoes are to die for.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
These potatoes are crispy and salty and are best served with this creamy dipping sauce.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Potato.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/potato. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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plural potatoes
2
a
: an erect South American herb widely cultivated for its thick starchy edible underground tubers
b
: one of these edible tubers
called also Irish potato, spud, white potato
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