What is another word for rutabaga?

Pronunciation: [ɹˌuːtɐbˈɑːɡə] (IPA)

Rutabaga is a root vegetable that is also known as swede in some parts of the world. This vegetable is a cross between a turnip and a cabbage and it has a sweet, mild flavor that is often used in stews, soups, and roasted dishes. Some other synonyms for rutabaga include neep, yellow turnip, and Swedish turnip. In some parts of the United States, people refer to rutabaga as a "turnip" even though it is technically a different vegetable. Regardless of what you call it, rutabaga is a tasty and nutritious ingredient that is perfect for adding flavor to your favorite recipes.

Synonyms for Rutabaga:

What are the hypernyms for Rutabaga?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Rutabaga?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for rutabaga (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Rutabaga?

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Usage examples for Rutabaga

In France the cauliflower has been crossed artificially with cabbage, turnip and rutabaga, in the attempt to obtain varieties of greater hardiness.
"The Cauliflower"
A. A. Crozier
It is elaborate and gorgeous-lookin' in the extreme, and the gorgeousness a-differin' from our gorgeousness as one star differeth from a rutabaga turnip.
"Samantha at the World's Fair"
Marietta Holley
The rutabaga is a productive variety, and possesses a good deal of nutriment.
"Soil Culture"
J. H. Walden

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