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mashua

/ˈmɑː.ʃuː.ə/
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Plural:mashuas
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• noun

1

A hardy, climbing flowering plant (Tropaeolum tuberosum) native to the Andes Mountains in South America, cultivated primarily as a crop for its edible tubers.

Example

"Farmers in the high altitudes of Peru cultivate mashua because of its remarkable resistance to frost and local agricultural pests."


2

The cone-shaped, edible tuber of the mashua plant, characterized by a pungent, peppery flavor when raw that becomes milder and sweeter upon being cooked.

Example

"After being roasted in traditional earthen ovens, the harsh flavor of the mashua transformed into a sweet and satisfying side dish."

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into English from South American Spanish 'mashua', originating from the Quechua word 'mashwa'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mashua. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mashua
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