Breadroot

[bred'ru:t]

Definition

(noun.) densely hairy perennial of central North America having edible tuberous roots.

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Definition

(n.) The root of a leguminous plant (Psoralea esculenta), found near the Rocky Mountains. It is usually oval in form, and abounds in farinaceous matter, affording sweet and palatable food.

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