Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tuber
noun
/ˈtjuːbər/
Definition
A swollen underground stem or root that stores food for the plant.
Examples
- Potatoes are a common example of a tuber.
- The gardener harvested several tubers from the soil.
- Some tubers can be eaten, while others are used for propagation.
Meaning
Tubers are a type of plant structure that serve as storage organs for nutrients and energy, typically found underground. They can sometimes grow into new plants.
Synonyms
- bulb
- root
- rhizome
