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Definition of horseradish

horseradish

/ˈhɔːrsˌræd.ɪʃ/
horse · rad · ish
Plural:horseradishes
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• noun

1

A strong, pungent condiment or sauce made from the grated root of the horseradish plant, often mixed with vinegar or cream and served with meat.

Example

"She served the traditional roast beef with a generous side of creamy horseradish."

2

A tall, hardy perennial plant of the mustard family, native to southeastern Europe and western Asia, cultivated for its thick, pungent white root.

Example

"The farmer devoted a large section of the garden to growing horseradish, knowing it would spread quickly."

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• Nearby Words

horse chestnut
horsepower
horsepox
horseradish
horseshoe
horsetail
hose

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1590s from 'horse' (used as a modifier denoting something large, strong, or coarse) and 'radish', reflecting its stronger flavor and larger size compared to common radishes.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Horseradish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/horseradish
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