Meaning of singkamas | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Synonym of jicama.
   Philippines, uncountable
2. A barangay of Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Examples

“If all of the 35 kinds could have been handled by one stand, the average sales for the year would have amounted to P2,904; sales from boiled green corn, singkamas, lanzones, Carabao mango, pineapple, and watermelon would have represented more than two-thirds of the total.”

“Harvesting of peanuts, singkamas, onions, caimito and root crops still underway.”

“I remember that singkamas became a decorative air plant in our homes; hung from a wall, it would sprout a sprig that grew into a leafy vine.”

“For example, achara, pickle relish made of grated unripe papaya and vegetable, red and green bell pepper, purple shallots, carrots, cucumber, and singkamas or turnip—all preserved in and flavored with coconut vinegar, salt, and spices—is a prime medium for this art.”

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