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Tuber

Tuber

1 9.9
A group of fungi that make truffles near tree roots
  • proper noun
  • /ˈtjuːbər/
  • Specialized
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  • In Italy, Tuber melanosporum, also known as the black truffle, is highly sought after for its unique taste.
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Examples

  • The black truffle (Tuber melanosporum) or Périgord black truffle has been named after the region of Périgord in France and grows with oak trees.

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  • The most valuable (Tuber magnatum Pico) comes from the Langhe area of Piedmont, particularly in Alba, which is the most important kind.

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  • The chef used the rare white truffle from the Tuber magnatum species to enhance the flavor of the dish.

  • During the annual truffle festival, many food enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the prized Tuber fungi.

Synonyms

genus Tuber
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  • Specialized
8.7

A group of fungi that includes truffles used in cooking

describes the same genus but highlights the truffle fruiting bodies

Compounds

genus Tuber
  • Specialized
8.7

A group of fungi that includes truffles used in cooking

potato tuber moth
  • Specialized
8.2

A small grey-brown insect whose caterpillars eat and damage potato crops

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Tuber comes from the Latin tuber, which means 'lump' or 'swelling'. The fungi called Tuber are truffles, which are round lumps that grow underground, so the name fits and is like calling a potato a tuber because it is a thick, round root.