Beet

/biːt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A various plant of the genus Beta, particularly the cultivated varieties, that has a large, fleshy taproot and is often used as food, especially the red beet.

The gardener harvested a basket full of fresh beets from the garden.

The root of the beet plant, which is typically round or cylindrical in shape and ranges in color from deep red to white.

She sliced the beet into thin rounds to add to the salad.

A vegetable belonging to the amaranth family, specifically the Beta vulgaris species.

Beet juice is often touted for its health benefits and vibrant color.

Etymology

Middle English bete, from Old English bēot, a word of Germanic origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beet red

A term used to describe a bright red hue, often associated with embarrassment.

feed the beet

A slang phrase meaning to provide or give up something, often in a humorous context.

Related Words

chard

A leafy green vegetable related to beets, often used in cooking.

sugar beet

A variety of beet cultivated for sugar production.

golden beet

A variety of beet with a yellowish color.

Slang Meanings

To beat up or defeat someone, especially in a competition.

He totally beet that team in the last match.

To poke fun at or ridicule someone.

Don't beet him too much about his dance moves; he's just having fun!