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oca

/ˈoʊ.kə/
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Plural:ocas
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• noun

1

An edible, starchy tuber native to the South American Andes, possessing a slightly tangy flavor and often used similarly to the potato in regional cuisines.

Example

"For dinner, the host served roasted lamb alongside vividly colored, caramelized ocas."


2

A perennial herbaceous plant of the wood sorrel family (Oxalis tuberosa) cultivated primarily in the high-altitude regions of the Andes for its edible roots.

Example

"Farmers in the high Andes plant oca as a vital rotational crop to maintain food security in harsh climates."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Quechua 'uqa' or 'oqa', referring to the edible tuber of the plant.

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