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chicory root
DEFINITIONS OF:
chicory root
1
n
the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute
Synonyms:
chicory
Type of:
root
(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
n
root of the chicory plant roasted and ground to substitute for or adulterate coffee
Synonyms:
chicory
Type of:
coffee substitute
a drink resembling coffee that is sometimes substituted for it
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