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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

roots

/rʊts/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does roots mean?

noun, verb

The underground part of a plant that fixes it in the soil and absorbs water and nutrients. To find or establish the origin or source of something.

Example

"The roots of the tree went deep into the earth, providing stability to the tree."

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