fibrous root

noun

: a root (as in most grasses) that has no prominent central axis and that branches in all directions

Examples of fibrous root in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Gently knock off some of the dirt so that the roots are visible, and using a clean, sharp knife, cut the rootball in half, leaving at least three inches of fibrous roots to transplant. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026

Coral bells also have a shallow, fibrous root system that won't compete with hydrangeas for nutrients. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026

Instead, clivia have thick, fibrous roots attached to a swollen base known as a rhizome. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2026

These plants have dense, fibrous root systems that hold the soil in place and lush leaves that protect the soil from heavy rainfall, wind, and other damaging forces. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fibrous root

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute

Kids Definition

fibrous root

noun

: a root (as in most grasses) that is one of many similar slender roots branching directly from the base of the stem of a plant compare taproot