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yam meaning and definition
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Definition of yam (noun)
- edible tuber of any of several yams
- any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots
- synonyms: yam plant
- sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked
- edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food
Source: Princeton University Wordnet