root

US /ruːt/
UK /ruːt/
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1.

the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground or to a support, conveying water and nourishment to the rest of the plant via numerous branches and fibers

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The tree's roots spread deep into the soil.
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Carrots are edible roots.
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rhizometuberbulb
2.

the fundamental or ultimate source of something

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Lack of communication is often the root of relationship problems.
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We need to get to the root of the problem.
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originsourcebasisfoundationcause
1.

establish deeply and firmly

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The new ideas have rooted themselves in the community.
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The plant rooted quickly in the fertile soil.
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embedimplantfixestablishentrench
2.

cause (a plant or cutting) to grow roots

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You can root cuttings in water or soil.
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She learned how to root roses from her grandmother.
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propagatecultivategrow
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