beetroot

English

/ˈbiːtɹuːt/, /ˈbitɹut/

noun
Definitions
  • (UK) A normally deep-red-coloured root vegetable usually cooked or pickled before eating; .
  • (usually) The edible part of the root of a beet plant, raw or prepared.

Etymology

Compound from English beet + English root (dig up, cheer for).

Origin

English

root

Gloss

dig up, cheer for

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