root crop

noun

: a crop (such as turnips) grown for its enlarged roots

Examples of root crop in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Late plantings of peas and radishes also mature well in fall, as do carrots, beets, parsnips, and other root crops, storage potatoes, leeks, and most brassicas, like broccoli and cabbage. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026

For this same reason, summer squash plants that experienced early generations of squash bugs or vine borers might be best removed at this point, instead of utilizing their space for quick-growing fall root crops or leafy greens. — Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 2 Aug. 2026

Larger root crops can crowd out the roots of fruit trees, as well as disturb the soil. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 May 2026

The Basics of Growing Carrots Carrots are a root crop, best grown from seeds. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for root crop

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