clean potato

The phrase "clean potato" has both literal and idiomatic meanings, with roots in Scottish English for the latter.

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Definition

B2Informal Conversation

(informal, idiomatic)Something or someone that is excellent or of high quality.

Example

This new gadget is a clean potato; you should get one too.

B2Character Description

(informal, idiomatic)A person with a faultless or morally upright character.

Example

Everyone trusts him because he's a clean potato.

A1Culinary

(common, literal)A potato that has been washed and scrubbed to remove dirt and debris.

Example

Make sure to use a clean potato for the recipe.

A1Culinary

(common, literal)A potato free from blemishes, spots, or signs of decay.

Example

Select only clean potatoes for the salad.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "clean potato":

wild potato potato wart potato cake potato paradox potato masher mash potato sweet potato mashed potato potato eater mashed potatoey smashed potatoes potato chip