tuberous Definition
- 1having or producing tubers, especially of a fleshy type
- 2relating to or affected by tuberous sclerosis
Using tuberous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tuberous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The potato is a tuberous vegetable.
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Tuberous begonias have large, showy flowers.
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Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder that causes benign tumors to grow in various organs.
tuberous Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: tuberous in Brief
The term 'tuberous' [ˈtjuːbərəs] describes something that has or produces tubers, particularly fleshy ones. It can also refer to a genetic disorder called tuberous sclerosis. Examples include the potato as a tuberous vegetable and tuberous begonias with their large flowers.
