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Thick, underground part of a plant stem (crossword clue)

5 squares · Mini Crossword · April 22, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 5 squares

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T _ _ _ R

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TUBER as a word: A fleshy, thickened underground stem of a plant, usually containing stored starch, for example a potato or arrowroot; (horticulture) A thickened rootstock.

TUBER has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 18, 2026.

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