A tuber is a thick, underground stem that stores food. It is a type of modified stem that is found in some plants.
Tubers are often used as food, and they are also used for propagation. Some common examples of tubers include potatoes, yams, and ginger.
The potato is a tuber.
Noun:
a short, thick, fleshy underground stem that stores food.
Adjective:
resembling a tuber.
The word "tuber" comes from the Latin word "tūber", which means "lump, bump, swelling".
The first recorded use of the word "tuber" in English was in the 16th century.
The word "tuber" is a Latin word, and it is related to the Italian word "tubero" and the Spanish word "tubérculo".
What is a tuber?
Address
Developing Experts Limited
Exchange Street Buildings
35-37 Exchange Street
Norwich
NR2 1DP
UK
Phone
01603 273515
Email
[email protected]
Copyright 2025 Developing Experts, All rights reserved.
Unlock expert-designed lessons, resources, and assessments tailored for educators. No credit card required.
Claim Your Free Trial →
