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root

Noun

  1. 1

    root

    The part of a plant that grows underground to take in water and nutrients and that supports the stem.

    Korean definition: 땅속으로 뻗어서 물과 양분을 빨아올리고 줄기를 지탱하는 식물의 한 부분.

    • I watered the flowers too often, and the roots rotted.

    • A tree with deep roots and a thick trunk is a good tree.

  2. 2

    root

    The bottom part of an object that is lodged deeply in something else.

    Korean definition: 다른 곳에 깊게 박힌 사물의 아랫부분.

    • The root of my tooth was loose, so I went to the dentist and had it pulled.

    • When I dyed my hair, I applied the dye all the way to the roots.

  3. 3

    root; origin

    (figurative) The foundation or basis of a thing or phenomenon.

    Korean definition: (비유적으로) 사물이나 현상을 이루는 바탕이나 기본이 되는 것.

    • The root of law is morality and ethics.

    • Through history, we can learn the roots of our people.