manihot

məˈnaɪɒt, ˈmænɪhɒt

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of plants in the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae), which includes the cassava or manioc plant.

“The manihot plant is a staple crop in many tropical regions.”

Synonyms

  • cassava
  • manioc

Antonyms

  • tuber-free