taproot
noun/ˈtæpruːt/
Frequency rank: #19,770 most common English word
Meaning
the main root of a plant that grows straight downward and gives off small lateral roots
Example sentence
The oak tree sends down taproot that can reach several meters into the soil.
Synonyms & related words
- root
- mainroot
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