What does YUCCA mean?
Yucca
- Parts of Speech: Noun
- Definitions:
- a plant of the agave family, typically having stiff leaves and spikes of white bell-shaped flowers
- the starchy root of a tropical American plant, used for food and to make tapioca
- Pronunciations:
- US: YUH-kuh
- UK: YUH-kuh
- Origin and Usage: The word "yucca" originated from the Spanish word "yuca" which means "root," and was first recorded in English in 1676. The plant is native to arid regions of North and Central America and the Caribbean. It is commonly used for ornamental purposes in landscaping and gardening. The starchy root of the yucca plant is a traditional food source for indigenous peoples and is used to make tapioca.
- Synonyms: None
- Related Words:
- Agave
- Cactus
- Aloha
- Flora
- Plant
- Example Sentences:
- The yucca plant in the front yard adds a southwestern touch to the house.
- The yucca root is a staple food for many indigenous tribes in the Americas.
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