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Meaning of TUCKAHOE

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  perennial herb of the eastern United States having arrowhead-shaped leaves and an elongate pointed spathe and green berries
 
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 Synonyms: green arrow arum, Peltandra virginica
 
 See Also: arrow arum

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Tuck"a*hoe\, n. [North American Indian, bread.] (Bot.)
A curious vegetable production of the Southern Atlantic
United States, growing under ground like a truffle and often
attaining immense size. The real nature is unknown. Called
also {Indian bread}, and {Indian loaf}.
 

 

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