beetroot

noun

beet·​root ˈbēt-ˌrüt How to pronounce beetroot (audio)
chiefly British
: a beet grown for its edible usually red root
also : the root

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Some research suggests that beetroot juice can help protect against heart disease and replenish energy.12 One ounce of beet juice contains approximately 8 calories and several essential vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C.13 8. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 26 Mar. 2025 Other natural pH indicators include turmeric, beetroot and blueberries. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025 The menu includes beetroot chaat, chili chicken bao; and chipotle paneer or chicken tikka kebabs. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025 Beet juice comes from the beetroot plant (Beta vulgaris), which has been extensively studied for its health benefits. Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 14 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for beetroot

Word History

First Known Use

1579, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beetroot was in 1579

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“Beetroot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beetroot. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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