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celeriac

Syllabification: (ce·ler·i·ac)
Pronunciation: /səˈlerēˌak/
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Definition of celeriac

noun

  • celery of a variety that forms a large swollen turniplike root that can be eaten cooked or raw. Also called celery root.
    • Apium graveolens rapaceum

Origin:

mid 18th century: from celery + an arbitrary use of -ac

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