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jicama

/ˈhɪ.kə.mə/

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What does jicama mean?

noun

  1. The edible root of the yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) used in salads in Central America and as a snack in Mexico.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈhɪ.kə.mə/

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/ˈhiː.kə.mə/

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