noun
manioc; cassava
Refers to the cassava plant (Manihot esculenta) or its edible starchy root, commonly used in tropical regions. In Japanese, it is often encountered in food contexts or botanical discussions.
マニオクは熱帯地方で広く栽培されている。
Manioc is widely cultivated in tropical regions.
この料理にはマニオクの粉が使われている。
Manioc flour is used in this dish.