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Spud (Noun)

Meaning 1

An edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

  • The farmer carefully dug up the spud from the earth, brushing off the dirt to reveal its smooth skin.
  • In Ireland, the spud is a beloved ingredient, often boiled and mashed to accompany a hearty stew.
  • The chef sliced the spud thinly and fried it until crispy, serving it as a side dish to the main course.
  • The Incas were known to cultivate the spud as a staple crop, using it to make a variety of dishes.
  • On St. Patrick's Day, many people celebrate by eating traditional Irish foods, including colcannon made with spud and kale.

Synonyms

  • Irish Potato
  • Potato
  • Murphy
  • White Potato
  • Tater

Hypernyms

  • Solanaceous Vegetable
  • Starches
  • Root Vegetable

Hyponyms

  • Baked Potato
  • French-fried Potatoes
  • Home Fries
  • Home-fried Potatoes
  • Fries
  • Uruguay Potato
  • Mashed Potato
  • French Fries
  • Chips

Meaning 2

A sharp hand shovel for digging out roots and weeds.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Stump Spud
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