Yam - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations
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Yam

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yam'yam'1 syllable
🇬🇧English
Nourishing

MEANING

A type of starchy tuber

ORIGIN

African/Asian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Portuguese word 'inhame' or Spanish 'ñame', which in turn came from the West African languages.

CULTURAL NOTES

Yams are often associated with African and Caribbean cuisines.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically cultivated in Africa and Asia, yams have been a staple food in many tropical regions.

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