Definitions for Turmeric
ˈtɜr mər ɪkturmer·ic

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. turmeric, Curcuma longa, Curcuma domesticanoun

   widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow dye

2. turmericnoun

   ground dried rhizome of the turmeric plant used as seasoning

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. turmericnoun

   An Indian plant (taxonomic name: Curcuma longa) with aromatic rhizome, part of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae).

2. turmericnoun

   The pulverized rhizome of the turmeric plant, used for stimulation, flavoring and to add a bright yellow color to food.

3. turmericnoun

   A yellow to reddish-brown dye extracted from the turmeric plant.

4. Etymology: From terremérite ("worthy earth")

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1. Turmeric

   Turmeric () is a flowering plant, Curcuma longa (), of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, the rhizomes of which are used in cooking. The plant is a perennial, rhizomatous, herbaceous plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia that requires temperatures between 20 and 30 °C (68 and 86 °F) and a considerable amount of annual rainfall to thrive. Plants are gathered each year for their rhizomes, some for propagation in the following season and some for consumption. The rhizomes are used fresh or boiled in water and dried, after which they are ground into a deep orange-yellow powder commonly used as a coloring and flavoring agent in many Asian cuisines, especially for curries, as well as for dyeing, characteristics imparted by the principal turmeric constituent, curcumin.Turmeric powder has a warm, bitter, black pepper-like flavor and earthy, mustard-like aroma.Curcumin, a bright yellow chemical produced by the turmeric plant, is approved as a food additive by the World Health Organization, European Parliament, and United States Food and Drug Administration.Although long used in Ayurvedic medicine, where it is also known as haridra, there is no high-quality clinical evidence that consuming turmeric or curcumin is effective for treating any disease.

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1. turmeric

   Turmeric is a perennial plant of the ginger family, native to Southeast Asia, particularly India. The plant is primarily known for its rhizomes, which are boiled, dried, and ground into a vibrant, yellow-orange powder commonly used as a spice in various cuisines, especially Indian. It has a warm, bitter taste and is frequently used in making curry. Turmeric is also used in traditional medicine due to its main active ingredient, curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used for dyeing due to its rich color.

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1. Turmericnoun

   an East Indian plant of the genus Curcuma, of the Ginger family

2. Turmericnoun

   the root or rootstock of the Curcuma longa. It is externally grayish, but internally of a deep, lively yellow or saffron color, and has a slight aromatic smell, and a bitterish, slightly acrid taste. It is used for a dye, a medicine, a condiment, and a chemical test

3. Turmericadjective

   of or pertaining to turmeric; resembling, or obtained from, turmeric; specif., designating an acid obtained by the oxidation of turmerol

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1. Turmeric

   Turmeric is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is native to tropical South Asia and needs temperatures between 20°C and 30°C and a considerable amount of annual rainfall to thrive. Plants are gathered annually for their rhizomes, and propagated from some of those rhizomes in the following season. When not used fresh, the rhizomes are boiled for several hours and then dried in hot ovens, after which they are ground into a deep orange-yellow powder commonly used as a spice in curries and other South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, for dyeing, and to impart color to mustard condiments. Its active ingredient is curcumin and it has a distinctly earthy, slightly bitter, slightly hot peppery flavor and a mustardy smell.

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1. Turmeric

   tur′mėr-ik, n. the rhizome or root-stock of Curcuma longa, a handsome herbaceous plant cultivated all over India, its yellowish tubers yielding a deep-yellow powder used as a chemical test for the presence of alkalies. [Cf. Fr. terre-mérite—as if from L. terra, earth, and merita, deserved; both prob. corr. from an Oriental name.]

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Turmeric in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Turmeric in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of Turmeric in a Sentence

1. hansjones:

   Turmeric Or Curcumin Which Should You Take?

2. Mariza Snyder:

   Abdullah — who now weighs less than she did pre-pregnancy — tries to reach for spices when preparing each meal of the day. For example, she mixes cinnamon into her breakfast smoothies to manage insulin levels and keep blood sugar low, and sprinkles nuts with red chili powder, which increases metabolism, as well as salt, pepper and cumin. For a quick dinner, she marinates chicken overnight with cumin, ginger, garlic, jalapenos, smoked paprika and coriander. She referenced her cauliflower, pea and carrot medley with turmeric, which reduces inflammation. Experts say spices can be beneficial for weight loss, but an active lifestyle and eating well overall are key. Dr. Mariza Snyder, author of The Matcha Miracle, said exercising, avoiding processed foods, and opting for a plant-based diet when possible is crucial. Today, in addition to adding spices to Mariza Snyder food, Abdullah works out about twice a week. Mariza Snyder’s energetic and confident, and no longer feels deprived. Plus, Mariza Snyder weight is at an all-time low for Mariza Snyder adult life. My life has changed because I seek out more active things to do now.

3. Annelie Vogt von Heselholt:

   One study in the Journal of Cellular Physiology in 2018 shows that curcumin in turmeric can affect immune cells and lead to less severe immune-related diseases.

4. Melissa Rifkin:

   If you pair the turmeric with the piperine, it improves the bioavailability of curcumin by 1000 times.

5. Sarah Yeats:

   It was black bean pasta with almonds and turmeric chunks and I was like' I'm not eating that, it's disgusting,'.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Turmeric
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Turmeric
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turmeric
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Turmeric
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Turmeric
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=Turmeric