Yam
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food
Framework senses
- §1
- edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food
- §2
- sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked
- §3
- any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots
- §4
- edible tuber of any of several yams