Meaning of the word rootless in English

What does rootless mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rootless

US /ˈruːt.ləs/

UK /ˈruːt.ləs/

having no roots

Example:

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The storm left many trees rootless.

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Some aquatic plants are rootless and float freely.

lacking a sense of belonging or stability

Example:

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He felt rootless after moving to a new country.

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The novel explores the lives of rootless individuals in a globalized world.

Synonym:

nomadic itinerant unsettled displaced alienated

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