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root

UK
/ruːt/
US
/rut/

Translations

rootnoun
roots
pl
UK
/ruːt/
US
/rut/
The tree's roots spread deep into the soil, providing stability and nutrients.
Les racines de l'arbre s'enfoncent profondément dans le sol, lui apportant stabilité et nutriments.
The root of the problem lies in the lack of communication between the departments.
L'origine du problème réside dans le manque de communication entre les services.
Mathematics is often considered the root of all sciences.
Les mathématiques sont souvent considérées comme le fondement de toutes les sciences.
racineMathématiques.
Finding the root of the quadratic equation was the main focus of the math lesson.
Trouver la racine de l'équation du second degré était l'objectif principal du cours de mathématiques.
racineAnatomie.
A cavity that reaches the root of the tooth can be very painful.
Une carie qui atteint la racine de la dent peut être très douloureuse.
racineInformatique.
Be careful when you are logged in as root, because you can delete critical system files.
Faites attention lorsque vous êtes connecté en root, car vous pouvez supprimer des fichiers système critiques.
racineLinguistique.
In "running", "run" is the root from which the other forms are derived.
Dans « running », « run » est la racine à partir de laquelle les autres formes sont dérivées.
toniqueMusique.
In a C-major triad, C is the root.
Dans un accord de do majeur, do est la tonique.
Additional translations
racinesAu pluriel, pour parler des origines familiales, ethniques ou culturelles.
Synonyms
base
foundation
source
origin
stem
core
nucleus
heart
rootverb
rooted
Past Simple
rooted
Past Participle
rooting
Gerund
UK
/ruːt/
US
/rut/
fouirSe dit surtout des animaux qui remuent la terre avec le museau.
The pigs rooted around in the soil, searching for truffles.
Les cochons fouissaient dans la terre à la recherche de truffes.
The new policies are rooted in the company's commitment to sustainability.
Les nouvelles politiques sont profondément enracinées dans l'engagement de l'entreprise en faveur du développement durable.
The fans rooted for their team throughout the entire match.
Les supporters ont soutenu leur équipe tout au long du match.
débusquerAvec l'idée de découvrir et éliminer complètement ce qui est indésirable.
The task force was formed to root out fraudulent practices.
La cellule de crise a été créée pour débusquer les pratiques frauduleuses.
enracinerPour une plante ou une bouture.
Many succulents will root quickly if you place a leaf on moist soil.
De nombreuses succulentes s'enracineront rapidement si vous placez une feuille sur un sol humide.
fouillerChercher en remuant ou en explorant quelque chose de manière désordonnée.
She rooted around in her purse until she found her keys.
Elle a fouillé dans son sac jusqu'à ce qu'elle trouve ses clés.
Synonyms
establish
found
plant
embed
entrench
rootadjective
UK
/ruːt/
US
/rut/
Used attributively to denote something fundamental or primary (e.g., "root cause")
We need to address the root cause of the delay.
Nous devons nous attaquer à la cause fondamentale du retard.
racinaireBotanique.
The seedlings succumbed to root rot after several days of heavy rain.
Les semis ont succombé à la pourriture racinaire après plusieurs jours de fortes pluies.
Additional translations
rootInformatique, anglicisme d'usage courant pour désigner le compte ou l'accès administrateur.
Synonyms
fundamental
basic
primary
underlying
radical
essential
foundational
elemental
intrinsic
original
primitive
deep-seated

Definitions

rootnoun
The part of a plant that attaches it to the ground or to a support, typically underground, conveying water and nourishment to the rest of the plant.
The tree's roots spread deep into the soil, providing stability and nutrients.
The basic cause, source, or origin of something.
The root of the problem lies in the lack of communication between the departments.
A person's family, ethnic, or cultural origins.
She decided to travel to Ireland to explore her roots and learn more about her ancestors.
The fundamental or essential part of something.
Mathematics is often considered the root of all sciences.
A solution to an equation, typically a number or expression that satisfies the equation.
Finding the root of the quadratic equation was the main focus of the math lesson.
the part of a hair, tooth, nail, etc., that is attached to and embedded in the surrounding tissue
A cavity that reaches the root of the tooth can be very painful.
(Computing) The highest-level directory in a file system or a user account with full administrative privileges.
Be careful when you are logged in as root, because you can delete critical system files.
The basic part of a word that carries its principal meaning and to which affixes are added.
In "running", "run" is the root from which the other forms are derived.
(Linguistics) The base or primary morpheme of a word to which affixes are added and which carries the core meaning
In the word "unhappiness," the root is "happy."
(Music) The fundamental note of a chord on which the other notes are built
In a C-major triad, C is the root.
rootverb
To dig or turn up the earth with the snout, as pigs do.
The pigs rooted around in the soil, searching for truffles.
To establish deeply and firmly.
The new policies are rooted in the company's commitment to sustainability.
To cheer for or support a team or individual.
The fans rooted for their team throughout the entire match.
to locate and remove (something unwanted) completely, usually with the adverb "out"
The task force was formed to root out fraudulent practices.
of a plant or cutting: to grow roots or to cause to grow roots
Many succulents will root quickly if you place a leaf on moist soil.
To rummage or poke about in search of something, often used with the particles "around", "about", or "through".
She rooted around in her purse until she found her keys.
rootadjective
fundamental; primary; basic
We need to address the root cause of the delay.
Relating to or affecting the roots of a plant.
The seedlings succumbed to root rot after several days of heavy rain.
(Computing, attributive) Pertaining to or requiring full administrative privileges
Editing that file will require root access.
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