Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carrot
noun
/ˈkær.ət/
Definition
A long, tapering orange root used as a vegetable.
Examples
- She added grated carrot to the salad for extra crunch.
- He loves to dip carrot sticks in hummus as a snack.
- Carrot cake is a popular dessert that includes grated carrots in the batter.
Meaning
Carrots are root vegetables that are crunchy and sweet, commonly eaten raw or cooked.
Synonyms
- Root vegetable
- Carrot root
- Orange vegetable
