Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ocas
noun
/oʊˈkɑːs/
Definition
Ocas are a type of edible tuber that grows in high-altitude regions of the Andes.
Examples
- The farmers harvested a large crop of ocas this season.
- She prepared a delicious salad using roasted ocas and fresh vegetables.
- Ocas are often used in traditional Andean dishes.
Meaning
The word ‘ocas’ refers to the tuber that is cultivated primarily in South America and is known for its nutritional value and culinary uses.
Synonyms
- Andean tubers
- Tubers
- Root vegetables
