Definition of Breadroot

1. Noun. Densely hairy perennial of central North America having edible tuberous roots.

Exact synonyms: Indian Breadroot, Pomme Blanche, Pomme De Prairie, Psoralea Esculenta
Generic synonyms: Herb, Herbaceous Plant
Group relationships: Genus Psoralea, Psoralea

Definition of Breadroot

1. n. The root of a leguminous plant (Psoralea esculenta), found near the Rocky Mountains. It is usually oval in form, and abounds in farinaceous matter, affording sweet and palatable food.

Definition of Breadroot

1. Noun. The edible root of a leguminous plant (''Psoralea esculenta''). ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Breadroot

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Medical Definition of Breadroot

1. The root of a leguminous plant (Psoralea esculenta), found near the Rocky Mountains. It is usually oval in form, and abounds in farinaceous matter, affording sweet and palatable food. It is the Pomme blanche of Canadian voyageurs. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Breadroot

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breadroot (current term)
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