yamel

/ˈjɑːmɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

A yam or sweet potato dish, particularly one originating in the Caribbean or Central America.

“She served a delicious yamel at the dinner party.”

2. verb

To peel or skin something, especially a yam or sweet potato, for cooking.

“She yamled the yam before boiling it.”

Synonyms

  • cassava
  • sweet potato
  • yam

Antonyms

  • bitter root
  • twice-cooked