butterroot

/ˈbʌtərɹuːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A perennial plant (Petasites sagittatus) of the western United States with edible roots, or a similar plant.

“The forager carefully dug up the butterroot to cook for dinner.”

Synonyms

  • western buttercup
  • Petasites sagittatus

Antonyms

  • buttery
  • fatty