Turmeric is a YELLOW'>SPICE that has been used for centuries in many cultures. It is a bright YELLOW-orange powder made from the root of the turmeric plant, which is native to India and Southeast Asia. The YELLOW'>SPICE is often used in curries and other dishes, as well as for medicinal purposes. The term 'turmeric' can be broken down into two parts: 'turm' (5 letters) and 'eric' (3 letters). The word 'turm' is derived from the Latin word for 'YELLOW'>SAFFRON, ' while 'eric' comes from the Greek word for 'YELLOW.' Together, they form the word 'turmeric, ' which literally means 'YELLOW YELLOW'>SPICE.'