chay root en · NOUN
Etymology
Partial calque of Tamil சாயவேர் (cāyavēr), from சாயம் (cāyam, “dye”) + வேர் (vēr, “root”).
Meanings
- The plant Oldenlandia umbellata, native to India, which yields a durable red dyestuff.
- The root of this plant.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| chay roots | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| choy root | alternative | lexicographic | |
| shaya root | alternative | lexicographic | |
| chaya root | alternative | lexicographic | |
| chayroot | alternative | lexicographic | |
| choyroot | alternative | lexicographic | |
| chayaroot | alternative | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
ta சாயவேர் (Oldenlandia umbellata)