yam

Pronunciation

• enPR: yăm, IPA ^(key): /jæm/
• SAMPA: /j{m/

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Noun

Singular yam

Plural yams

Yams.

1. (countable) A yam is a sweet potato.
2. (countable) A yam is a tropical climbing plant with roots that people eat.

   Fry the potato or yam pieces until they are crisp and light brown.