rootstalk
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B2
/ˈruːtˌstɔːk/
underground plant stem
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rootstalk' originates from the combination of 'root' and 'stalk', where 'root' refers to the part of the plant that typically lies below the surface of the soil and 'stalk' refers to the main stem of a plant.
Historical Evolution
'rootstalk' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the underground stem of a plant,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the underground part of a plant stem that often sends out roots and shoots from its nodes.
The rootstalk of the plant was strong and healthy.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/17 23:55