Definition

A small part of a root or a tiny root itself.

Example

The gardener carefully examined the rootlet to ensure it was healthy.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a rootlet in your garden?

I haven't, but I've heard they're really important for plants.

Yeah, I read that they help absorb water and nutrients.

That makes sense; I should pay more attention to the little things!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rootlet → It is formed from "root" (from Old English "wēod", meaning the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground) and "-let" (a diminutive suffix meaning small or little). The word "rootlet" refers to a small root or a minor root structure of a plant.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'small root' — 'root' is the main part of a plant, and '-let' means little, so a rootlet is a little root.

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