root

Meanings

• noun

  A basic form or core of something from which other things develop or are derived.

  - "The root of a tree provides nourishment and support."
  - "The root cause of the problem needs to be addressed."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɹuːt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

pole

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Synonyms

basis , origin , source , etymon , root account , root user , superuser , zero , jailbreak , screw , screw , shag , bang , drill , screw , shag , dig out , root out , rummage , barrack , cheer on

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with root
knot , dot , mop , top

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Variants

List of all variants of root that leads to same result
root , rooted , rootedness , rootednesses , rootless , rootlessness , rootlessnesses , rootlike , roots , rooting , rooter , rooters , Elihu Root , Root , root ball , root beer , root beers , root bound , root-bound , rootbound , root canal , root canals , root cap , root caps

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

roots, rooting, rooted

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English rót, rōt, from Proto-Germanic *rōtiz.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'root' is used in various fields such as mathematics, botany, and computer science.

2. The deepest part of a tree is called the root.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. radix: In mathematics, the term 'radix' refers to the base of a number system.

2. root system: In botany, a root system refers to the collection of roots growing from a single plant.

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Culture

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The word 'root' has been used metaphorically in various cultures and contexts. In literature, it has been used to represent a sense of origin or identity. In music, it can refer to the foundation or foundation rhythm of a song.

How to Memorize "root"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the core or foundation of an object or concept to remember the meaning of 'root'.
   - Imagine a tree with its roots deeply embedded in the ground.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'root' with the concept of origin or foundation.
   - Think of the word 'root' as representing the core or foundation of something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'R' is for Root to remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a sentence using the word 'root' to help remember its meaning.

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