Synonyms for turmeric
ˈtɜr mər ɪkturmer·ic

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1. turmericnoun

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2. turmericnoun

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

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3. turmericnoun

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

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4. turmericnoun

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

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Princeton's WordNet

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

Matched Categories

1. • Herb
   • Seasoning

Concise Medical Dictionary, by Joseph C Segen, MDRate these synonyms:0.0 / 0 votes

1. turmeric

   Synonyms:
   Curcuma longa, huang jiang, yellow ginger

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1. Melissa Rifkin:

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

2. Floyd Cardoz:

   Turmeric is the yellow coloring that you find in most curries, but what most people don’t know about turmeric is that it’s a great antioxidant, it’s got great anti-cancer properties.

3. Melina Jampolis:

   Turmeric is used especially for brain-related conditions and to decrease the risk of Alzheimer's disease. It can be also be used for arthritis.

4. 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.

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,'.