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Definition of jicama

jicama

/ˈhiːkəmə/
ji · ca · ma
Plural:jicamas
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• noun

1

North American The crisp, slightly sweet, edible tuberous root of a Central American vine, typically peeled and eaten raw in salads or as a snack.

Example

"She prepared a refreshing summer salad with julienned jicama, sliced mango, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice."

2

A trailing leguminous vine native to Mexico and Central America, cultivated extensively for its large, edible taproot.

Example

"The jicama thrives in tropical climates and requires a long, warm growing season to produce sizable roots."

• Nearby Words

jhelum
jialing
jib
jicama
jig
jigsaw
jim jim

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Mexican Spanish 'jícama', which derives from the Nahuatl word 'xīcamatl'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jicama. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jicama
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