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tuberous

 

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Adjective tuberous has 1 sense
  1. tuberous - of or relating to or resembling a tuber; "a tuberous root"

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Tuberous

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or resembling a tuber.

Example sentence 1: The tuberous roots of the plant store nutrients for the winter months.

Example sentence 2: The tuberous stems of the potato plant are commonly used for cooking.

Sense 2: Having or producing tubers.

Example sentence 1: The tuberous begonia plant produces colorful flowers throughout the summer.

Example sentence 2: The tuberous roots of the dahlia have been cultivated for their ornamental value.

Sense 3: Chubby or plump in appearance.

Example sentence 1: The squirrel had a tuberous body due to its excessive food consumption.

Example sentence 2: The tuberous cheeks of the baby were irresistibly cute.

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