Meaning of the word yuca in English

What does yuca mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

yuca

US /ˈjuːkə/
UK /ˈjuːkə/

Noun

a starchy tuberous root of a tropical plant, used as food in tropical countries and for making tapioca

Example:
We had fried yuca as a side dish with our meal.
Many traditional Latin American dishes feature yuca.