potato
A potato is a starchy root vegetable that belongs to the nightshade family. It has a round to oval shape, with a rough skin that can range in color from brown to yellow and red. Inside, the flesh is usually white, yellow, or sometimes purple, depending on the variety. Potatoes can be cooked many ways.
Example
- We planted some small potatoes in the garden this year.
- Did you know that frenchfries are made of potatoes?.
- To make mashed potatoes, we boiled the potatoes until soft, then mashed them with butter and milk.