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Definition of oca
oca
/ˈoʊ.kə/
o · ca
Plural:ocas
oca Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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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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