Meaning of the word potato in English

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potato

US /pəˈteɪ.t̬oʊ/
UK /pəˈteɪ.t̬oʊ/
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Noun

1.

a starchy plant tuber that is eaten as a vegetable and is one of the most important food crops, native to South America.

Example:
She peeled the potato for dinner.
Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish.
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