The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
n. A white radish (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus) of Japan, having a long root that is eaten raw, pickled, or cooked. Also called Chinese radish, Japanese radish, Oriental radish.
n. A white, large cultivar of radish, Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus, used in the cuisines of Japan, China, and Korea.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. a radish of Japan (Raphanus sativus longipinnatus) with a long hard durable root eaten raw or cooked.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A large variety of radish, Raphanus sativus, one of the most important root-crops cultivated in Japan. It is eaten raw or boiled, and when pickled forms the chief relish of the people.
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n. radish of Japan with a long hard durable root eaten raw or cooked
Word Usage
"The literal meaning of the word daikon is Japanese white radish."