Solved by Derek Lowel on 25 Feb 2023

Potato pest

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14-letter solution for crosswords and word puzzles

The solution for the clue "Potato pest" in word puzzles and crosswords has 14 letters.

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The clue "Potato pest" may have other meanings in different crosswords, but according to our author, this is the most accurate one.

Solution for "Potato pest"

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Letter-by-letter dictation of the solution

  • Charlie (C)
  • Oscar (O)
  • Lima (L)
  • Oscar (O)
  • Romeo (R)
  • Alpha (A)
  • Delta (D)
  • Oscar (O)
  • Bravo (B)
  • Echo (E)
  • Echo (E)
  • Tango (T)
  • Lima (L)
  • Echo (E)

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The clue "Potato pest" may appear in various crossword magazines, including the New York Times. We have selected the best solution to ensure it is correct, based on the interpretation of expert Derek Lowel, who has thoroughly verified this answer.

Funny etymological tidbits on Potato, Pest

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Potato

Cultivated for centuries, the potato is a staple plant in many cuisines. Originating in the Andean region, it's believed to have been domesticated around 7,000 years ago. The indigenous people of South America revered the potato for its nutritional and medicinal properties.

Pest

The word 'pest' originates from the Latin 'pistia', meaning 'pine tree'. In ancient Rome, the term referred to a type of plant in the family Pistiaceae. The Latin 'pestis' later came to refer to the Black Death, a pandemic that swept through Europe in the 14th century.

Mole

The word 'mole' comes from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztecs. In Nahuatl, 'mohelo' referred to a small mole or a mole-like creature. The Spanish conquistadors adopted the term and used it to describe the molekin, a group of enslaved Africans who worked for them in the Americas.

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