Jicama - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Jicama is a crisp, sweet root vegetable native to Mexico, often eaten raw in salads or as a snack. It has a mild flavor and is rich in fiber and vitamin C.
Definition:
A crisp, sweet root vegetable native to Mexico, often eaten raw or in salads.
Synonyms:
Mexican turnip, yam bean, singkamas
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
(No direct antonyms; context-dependent)
Common Collocations:
jicama salad, jicama sticks, jicama slaw, jicama chips
Derivatives:
(No common derivatives)
Usage Tips:
Use "jicama" as a noun for the vegetable; it’s often paired with lime or chili powder in dishes.
Common Phrases:
(No common phrases or idioms)
Etymology:
Borrowed from Spanish "jícama," derived from Nahuatl "xīcamatl."
Examples:
- 1. Jicama adds crunch to salads.
- 2. She sliced jicama into thin sticks for dipping.
- 3. Have you ever tried jicama with chili powder?
- 4. The market sells fresh jicama year-round.