lotus root
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General chinese:
莲藕
蓮藕
pinyin:
lián ǒu
Detailed etymology
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noun
- the edible rhizome of Nelumbo nucifera, also known as the sacred lotus, which has holes running lengthwise through its structure. When used in Chinese cuisine, the rhizome is usually sliced transversely, resulting in round wheel-like cross-sections.