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Synonyms for

Potato

Noun / pʌˈteɪˌtəʊ / Another word for potato — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a starchy vegetable that grows underground

Synonyms & similar words

murphy irishpotato spud solanumtuberosum whitepotatovine tater whitepotato spud tuber yam root vegetable tater creamers chippers

Synonyms by register

Formal

Solanum tuberosum

Informal

spud tater

Literary

earth-apple

Common collocations

  • mashed potato
  • baked potato
  • french fries
  • potato chips
  • potato salad
  • sweet potato
  • potato sack

Word family

noun potato

Usage note

While 'potato' is the standard term, 'spud' and 'tater' are common informal alternatives. 'Solanum tuberosum' is the scientific name.

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Example sentences

  1. I like to eat potatoes mashed with butter.
  2. My mom makes the best French fries with potatoes.
  3. I planted potatoes in my backyard garden.
  4. My favorite soup has potatoes in it.
  5. I like to eat baked potatoes with sour cream and chives.

Quotes

  • The potato, like man, was not meant to dwell alone.
  • I have never seen a thin person drinking Diet Coke and eating a small bag of potato chips.
  • I'd rather have a potato than a cake any day.

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