radish

noun

rad·​ish ˈra-dish 

also ˈre-

: the pungent usually crisp root of a widely cultivated Eurasian plant (Raphanus raphanistrum sativus) of the mustard family usually eaten raw

also : a plant that produces radishes

Examples of radish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Many options like radishes, arugula, and bok choy mature in 30 to 60 days with proper care. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 17 Sep. 2026

Dill Pickle Chickpea Salad Think of this as a welcome update on three-bean salad, with radishes and celery adding color and crunch to wholesome garbanzo beans. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 Sep. 2026

The earthy, zesty taste is similar to mustard greens or radish. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026

Plant Shallowly Date palm seeds are rather large, but plant them like the tiny seeds of carrots or radishes—hidden just below the soil’s surface with a light dusting over the top. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, alteration of Old English rædic, from Latin radic-, radix root, radish — more at root

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for radish

• kaddish
• horseradish

Kids Definition

radish

noun

rad·​ish ˈrad-ish 

ˈred-

: the crisp edible root of a plant related to the mustards that is usually eaten raw as a vegetable

also : a plant that produces radishes

Etymology

Old English rædic "radish," from Latin radic-, radix "root" — related to eradicate, radical see Word History at radical