tater

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland

Etymology

Representing an aphetic pronunciation of potato. Compare patater (“potato”), 'mater (“tomato”), and 'naner (“banana”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

potato, white potato, Irish potato, murphy, spud

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