taproot
noun
-ˌru̇t\
Definition of taproot
1 : a primary root that grows vertically downward and gives off small lateral roots
2 : the central element or position in a line of growth or development
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These tough plants have deep taproots that enable them to store some water for lean times. — The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping, "How To Grow Gorgeous Medicinal Echinacea In Your Garden," 17 July 2017 Pawpaw trees develop a deep taproot, and contain delicate, fibrous roots. — Andrew Moore, Good Housekeeping, "A Beginner's Guide To Growing Pawpaw—The Delicious Fruit You're Not Eating," 12 Jan. 2018 Spinach plants form a deep taproot; for best growth, loosen the soil at least 1 foot deep before planting. — The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping, "How To Grow The Tastiest Spinach," 15 Feb. 2018 Dandelions are another perennial weed, sprouting from a deep taproot in early spring. — Beth Botts, chicagotribune.com, "Some of the first plants to spring up after winter are weeds. Here's how to get control.," 13 Mar. 2018 These are the taproots that encourage the unjust discrimination against all beets that infects most small children. — Mike Sula, Chicago Reader, "With Marisol inside the MCA, Jason Hammel paints a new canvas," 13 Dec. 2017 This nutritious green has deep taproots, and can be grown to maturity best as a fall crop. — Margaret Lauterbach, idahostatesman, "Which plants did well for you, and which did not? | Idaho Statesman," 25 Oct. 2017 From its lovely purple-black berries to the very tip of its stout, white taproot, the plant is poison. — Dave Taft, New York Times, "The Vegetarian’s Puffer Fish," 5 Oct. 2017 But the taproot of Yogi Adityanath’s popularity is in a more ominous place. — Ellen Barry And Suhasini Raj, New York Times, "Firebrand Hindu Cleric Ascends India’s Political Ladder," 12 July 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'taproot.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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taproot
noun
English Language Learners Definition of taproot
: the large main root of a plant from which smaller roots grow
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taproot
noun
-ˌru̇t\
Kids Definition of taproot
: a main root of a plant that grows straight down and gives off smaller side roots
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