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turmeric Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A bright yellow, aromatic powder obtained from the dried and ground rhizome of a plant in the ginger family, widely used as a flavoring and coloring agent in South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines, as well as in traditional medicine.
Usage Example
"She added a pinch of curcuma to the rice to give it a vibrant golden color and an earthy flavor."
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curcuma
• noun (Context 2)
A tropical Asian plant of the ginger family (Curcuma longa), characterized by large green leaves and pale yellow flowers, cultivated primarily for its thick, commercially valuable rhizomes.
Usage Example
"The farmer successfully grew curcuma in the warm, humid climate of the coastal region."
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curcuma
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Turmeric. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/turmeric