Meaning of the word "grass roots" in English

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grass roots

US /ˈɡræs ruːts/
UK /ˈɡræs ruːts/
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Noun

1.

the most basic level of an activity or organization

Example:
The movement gained support at the grass roots level.
We need to build support from the grass roots up.

Adjective

1.

of or relating to the ordinary people in an organization or political party, rather than its leaders or most important members

Example:
The campaign focused on grass roots organizing.
He believes in grass roots democracy.
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