Pronunciation

/rəˈdɪʃ/

Definitions

• Noun: A small, white or red bulbous root vegetable with a crisp texture and slightly peppery taste. Also known as mooli in some regions.
• Verb: (informal) To cultivate or consume radishes, often as part of a salad or in pickling.

Phrases

• “A plate of fresh radishes” refers to a serving of radishes as a side dish.
• “Add some radishes to your garden” suggests incorporating radishes into a vegetable plot.
• “Radish sprouts in a salad” describes using radish seeds to grow edible greens.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She sliced some radishes and added them to her sandwich for a crunchy texture.”
• Verb: “My grandmother loves to grow a variety of radishes in her backyard garden every summer.”
• Informal: “I just harvested a batch of radishes, they’re so refreshing in this hot weather.”

Synonyms

• Daikon (for the large white variety)
• White Icicle (a specific type)
• Watermelon radish (another variety)
• Salad radish
• Turnip radish

Antonyms

• None (since radish is a vegetable and not inherently positive or negative)