Swede
UK: swiːd | US: swiːd
n. 1. A native or inhabitant of Sweden.
n. 2. (chiefly British) A swede (Brassica napus), a root vegetable similar to a turnip; also called "rutabaga" in North America.
The word "Swede" derives from the Dutch "Zweed" or Low German "Swede," both referring to people from Sweden. The root "Swed-" is linked to the Old English "Swēoþēod" (Swedish people), combining "Swēo" (Swedes) and "þēod" (people/nation). The vegetable sense (British usage) arose in the 18th century, likely due to its introduction from Sweden.
My neighbor is a Swede who moved to London for work.
In the UK, swede is often mashed with carrots for a traditional side dish.
The Swede won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year.
We roasted swede and parsnips for Sunday dinner.
Historically, Swedes were known as skilled Viking traders.