radish

noun

rad·​ish ˈra-dish 

 also  ˈre-

: the pungent usually crisp root of a widely cultivated Eurasian plant (Raphanus raphanistrum sativus) of the mustard family usually eaten raw

also : a plant that produces radishes

Examples of radish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To keep it low-carb, serve it on a platter with carrots, zucchini, cucumber, and radishes. —Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Sep. 2024

Before the salsa, Yamasaki places a spoonful of diced cucumber and radish over the square of Meji tofu, along with a drizzle of tamari. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2024

Types of microgreens include broccoli, red cabbage, cauliflower, radishes, beets, basil, parsley, and cilantro. —Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2024

Add the watermelon, celery, cucumber, radishes and basil and taste, adding more salt if desired. —Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, alteration of Old English rædic, from Latin radic-, radix root, radish — more at root

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

radish

noun

rad·​ish ˈrad-ish 

ˈred-

: the crisp edible root of a plant related to the mustards that is usually eaten raw as a vegetable

also : a plant that produces radishes

Etymology

Old English rædic "radish," from Latin radic-, radix "root" — related to eradicate, radical see Word History at radical