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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of Uproot
The primary meaning of the word "Uproot" is to remove something, especially a plant, from the ground, or to forcibly remove or displace someone or something from a particular position or location.
Definitions
- To remove a plant from the earth
- To remove or destroy completely, as if by pulling up from the roots
- To force someone to leave a place or a job
Etymology of Uproot
The word "Uproot" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, where "up" means "from beneath" and "root" refers to the underground part of a plant
Historically, the term was used to describe the physical act of removing plants from the ground, and over time, its meaning expanded to include figurative uses, such as displacing or removing people, ideas, or institutions
Example Uses
- The strong winds uprooted several trees in the park
- The company's decision to uproot its headquarters and move to a new city was met with resistance from employees
- The activist's goal is to uproot the corrupt system and replace it with a more just one