corm

[US]/kɔːm/
[UK]/kɔrm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a short, swollen underground plant stem that serves as a storage organ; used in botany to refer to this type of structure; also refers to a bulbous root structure in medical contexts

Phrases & Collocations

corm storage

corm propagation

corm growth

corm planting

corm division

corm harvesting

corm care

corm diseases

corm varieties

corm characteristics

Example Sentences

the corm of the plant is rich in nutrients.

farmers often harvest corms in the fall.

corms can be stored for several months.

she planted corms in her garden last spring.

corm propagation is an effective gardening technique.

some flowers grow from corms rather than seeds.

the corm has a unique texture and flavor.

after the frost, check the corms for damage.

corms are a key part of many traditional dishes.

in tropical regions, corms are a staple food source.

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