Elephant Yam (Noun)
Meaning
Putrid-smelling aroid of southeastern Asia (especially the Philippines) grown for its edible tuber.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The farmer harvested the elephant yam after months of patiently tending to the soil and watching it grow.
- Elephant yam is a popular ingredient in traditional Filipino cuisine, often used in savory dishes like stews and soups.
- Despite its pungent aroma, the elephant yam has a nutty, earthy flavor that is highly prized by chefs.
- The putrid-smelling flesh of the elephant yam was overwhelming at first, but after being cooked it transformed into a culinary delight.
- After visiting the local market in Manila, the traveler returned home with a kilo of fresh elephant yam, eager to try cooking it.