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| tap·i·o·ca [ tàppee ṓkə ] |
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starch from cassava plant: a starch obtained from the roots of a cassava plant. Use: puddings, thickener for sauces.
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| [Early 18th century. Via Portuguese or Spanish< Tupi tipioca< tipi "residue, dregs" + ok "squeeze out"] |
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