yams

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun edible tuber of any of several yams
  2. noun any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots
  3. noun sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked

Synonyms

yam

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