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ˈhi kə mə, ˈhɪk ə-ji·ca·ma

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  1. jicamanoun

    The edible root of the yam bean, , used in salads in Central America.

  2. Etymology: From Mexican jícama, from xicama.

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  1. Jícama

    Pachyrhizus erosus, commonly known as Jícama, Mexican Yam, or Mexican Turnip, is the name of a native Mexican vine, although the name most commonly refers to the plant's edible tuberous root. Jícama is a species in the genus Pachyrhizus in the bean family. Plants in this genus are commonly referred to as yam bean, although the term "yam bean" can be another name for jícama. The other major species of yam beans are also indigenous within the Americas.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of jicama in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of jicama in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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