What is the meaning of yam?

noun

  • Edible tuber of any of several yams.
  • Any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots.
  • Sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked.
  • Edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food. .
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