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horseradish definition

horse·radish (-rad′is̸h)

noun

  1. a plant (Armoracia lapathifolia) of the crucifer family, grown for its pungent, white, fleshy root
  2. a relish made of the grated root

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horseradish Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • grate: Simply grate a teaspoon of freshly grated horseradish into a sandwich.

Adjective modifier

  • fresh: Once you have tasted fresh horseradish you will be reluctant to ever have it from a bottle again.

Modifies a noun

  • sauce: Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper, and spread with the horseradish sauce.
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