neep

/niːp/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of root vegetable, specifically the edible root of a swede or rutabaga.

“The recipe called for peeling and chopping the neep before roasting it in the oven.”

2. verb

To make a high-pitched sound, often used to describe the sound made by a sheep or other animal.

“The sheep began to neep loudly as it sensed the presence of a predator.”

Synonyms

  • rutabaga
  • swede