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Carrot

UK /["/ˈkærət/"]/US /["/ˈkærət/"]/

Definition

a long pointed orange root vegetable

In simple words: A long, orange vegetable that rabbits like to eat.

Examples

I added a carrot to my salad for some crunch.
Rabbits love to nibble on a fresh carrot.
She peeled the carrot before chopping it into sticks.
My favorite smoothie has carrot and orange juice in it.
Carrot cake is a delicious dessert that I enjoy.

Usage notes

Used in everyday conversations about food and health. Appropriate in casual and cooking contexts, but may not be used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'carrot' being pulled from the ground — its orange color makes it stand out!

Collocations

raw
cooked
steamed
eat
have
cook
top
cake
juice
dangle
hold out
offer (somebody)
a carrot and stick

Synonyms

incentive

Antonyms

meat
candy
junk food

Common mistakes

Confusing with 'carat', which measures weight in gemstones.
Spelling it incorrectly as 'carot'.