Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swede
noun
/swiːd/
Definition
A swede is a round, root vegetable that is a hybrid of a cabbage and a turnip.
Examples
- She made a delicious swede and potato mash for dinner.
- Swedes are commonly used in traditional recipes during winter months.
Meaning
Swedes are often cooked and eaten as a vegetable, either mashed, roasted, or in soups and stews.
Synonyms
- rutabaga
- yellow turnip
- Swedish turnip
