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taproot

 

[ หˆtรฆpหŒrสŠt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical term

A taproot is the primary root from which other roots sprout. It is characterized by its large size and deep penetration into the soil. Taproots are often thick and store nutrients, allowing plants to survive periods of drought. Many plants, especially dicots, exhibit this root system, enabling them to anchor firmly in the ground.

Synonyms

main root, primary root

Examples of usage

  • The carrot is a well-known taproot vegetable.
  • Dandelions develop a strong taproot.
  • The taproot system helps the plant absorb deeper water.

Translations

Translations of the word "taproot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅˆเคช เคฐเฅ‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ taproot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใƒƒใƒ—ใƒซใƒผใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท taproot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ taproot

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒญ๋ฃจํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุงุจ ุฑูˆุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ taproot

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ taproot

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ taproot

Etymology

The term 'taproot' originated from the combination of 'tap', meaning to draw out or access, and 'root', which refers to the underground part of a plant. The earliest uses of the term date back to the 19th century as the study of botany became more prevalent. The taproot system has been observed in various plant species, particularly flowering plants, where it serves as a crucial adaptive feature for survival in competitive environments. Researchers and horticulturists have long documented the benefits of taproots in agriculture and gardening, noting their role in nutrient storage and soil stability. The understanding of taproots has further evolved with advancements in botanical studies, emphasizing their ecological significance in ecosystems.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,416 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.