root

US /ruːt/
UK /ruːt/
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根

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.
树的根深入土壤。
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Carrots are edible roots.
胡萝卜是可食用的根。
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根源, 根本, 基础

the fundamental or ultimate source of something

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Lack of communication is often the root of relationship problems.
缺乏沟通常常是人际关系的根源。
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We need to get to the root of the problem.
我们需要找到问题的根源。
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扎根, 确立

establish deeply and firmly

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The new ideas have rooted themselves in the community.
新思想已在社区中扎根。
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The plant rooted quickly in the fertile soil.
植物在肥沃的土壤中迅速生根。
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生根, 使生根

cause (a plant or cutting) to grow roots

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You can root cuttings in water or soil.
你可以在水或土壤中生根插条。
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She learned how to root roses from her grandmother.
她从祖母那里学会了如何培育玫瑰。
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