方根
plant root; origin; root of an equation; (math) radical
Meanings
5 senses · 13 examplesnoun
the part of a plant that grows downward into the soil, absorbing water and nutrients
This is the basic, literal meaning.
The roots of this big tree go very deep.
Please don't walk on the lawn to avoid damaging the grass roots.
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to pull up by the roots; to eradicate
noun
origin; source; root cause
Used in both literal and figurative senses.
We need to find the root cause of the problem.
His ancestral home is in Shandong, his roots are there.
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to get to the bottom of something
noun
(math) nth root; radical
technicalA specialized mathematical term. 平方根 (square root) and 立方根 (cube root) are common specific types.
The 4th root of 16 is +2 and -2.
The square root of 9 is 3.
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This equation has two real roots.
noun
root (of a tooth, hair, etc.)
Used for body parts.
He has inflammation at the root of his tooth, and it hurts a lot.
Hair roots need good care.
noun
base; foundation
Refers to the base or bottom part of an object.
Moss grows all over the base of the wall.
Fix the flagpole firmly to the pedestal; don't let its base become loose.