yams

n.

edible tuber of any of several yams

any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots

同义词：yam plant

sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked

edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food

1. Yams are often used in traditional dishes in the Caribbean.
   甘薯（山药）常用于加勒比地区的传统菜肴中。
2. We baked yams for dinner tonight, and they were delicious.
   我们今晚烤了甘薯（山药）作为晚餐，非常美味。