1
a
: either of two biennial herbs of the mustard family with thick edible roots:
(1)
: one (Brassica rapa var. rapa) with globular often flattened roots and leaves that are cooked as a vegetable
(2)
: rutabaga
b
: the root of a turnip
2
: a large pocket watch
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Hold back on gathering carrots, turnips, rutabagas, beets, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and kale.
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Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 24 Sep. 2024
Add fresh turnip greens, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until tender; drain.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024
The star ingredient is Italian turnip extract, which helps lift hair from the roots for that enviable volume.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2024
Rutabaga Rutabaga, which is a cross between a cabbage and a turnip, is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins like niacin and thiamin.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Oct. 2024
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Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 24 Sep. 2024
Add fresh turnip greens, reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until tender; drain.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024
The star ingredient is Italian turnip extract, which helps lift hair from the roots for that enviable volume.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2024
Rutabaga Rutabaga, which is a cross between a cabbage and a turnip, is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins like niacin and thiamin.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Oct. 2024
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“Turnip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turnip. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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