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potatoes

n.
US //pəˈteɪtoʊz// UK //pətˈeɪtəʊz// pota·toes
  1. 1 vegetables (n.)
    A1 Beginner Cooking

    more than one potato; round vegetables with brown or red skin and white inside.

    the plural form of potato, denoting the starchy tubers of the plant Solanum tuberosum used as a staple food.

    Example

    We had roasted potatoes and carrots with our dinner last night.

    Example

    The chef recommended mashing the potatoes with plenty of butter and a hint of garlic to complement the grilled fish.
    • spuds
    • tubers
    Pitfall
    I bought three potatos.
    I bought three potatoes.

    Nouns ending in a consonant followed by 'o' usually add 'es' to form the plural.

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Last updated June 19, 2026