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Definition of ulluco

ulluco

/uːˈluːkoʊ/
ul · lu · co
Plural:ullucos
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ulluco Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A compact, frost-resistant plant (Ullucus tuberosus) native to the Andean region of South America, cultivated primarily for its edible root tubers and leaves.

Example

"Farmers in the high Andes cultivate ulluco alongside potatoes because of its remarkable resilience to cold temperatures."

2

The brightly colored, starchy, and crisp edible tuber of the ulluco plant, widely consumed in traditional Andean cuisine.

Example

"The chef prepared a traditional Peruvian stew featuring thinly sliced beef and bright yellow ullucos."

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• Rhymes for ulluco

• Nearby Words

ulan-ude
ulcer
ulex
ulluco
ulm
ulmaria
ulna

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'ulluco', which derives from the Quechua word 'ulluku'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ulluco. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ulluco
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