Mandioc (Noun)
Meaning
Cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Mandioc is a staple crop in many tropical regions due to its drought tolerance and versatility in culinary uses.
- The indigenous people of the Amazon have been cultivating mandioc for centuries to make cassiri, a traditional intoxicating drink.
- Tapioca, a popular ingredient in many desserts, is derived from the root of the mandioc plant.
- Mandioc tubers can be boiled, mashed, or fried and are a common side dish in many Latin American countries.
- The soft and brittle stems of the mandioc plant are often used to make a nutritious animal feed.