Definition of Yam

  • 1. Edible tuber of any of several yams Noun
  • 2. Any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots Noun
  • 3. Sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked Noun
  • 4. Edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food Noun

Synonyms for word "yam"

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