Definition

To pull something out of the ground, especially a plant, along with its roots; to remove something completely from its place or position.

Example

The gardener decided to uproot the old tree to make space for new plants.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they plan to uproot the old trees in the park?

Yeah, I heard it's because they want to build a new playground.

I can't believe they would uproot something so beautiful for that.

I know, it seems like a shame to lose the greenery.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uproot → It is formed from "up-" (meaning upward or away) and "root" (from Old English "wrot", meaning the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground). The word "uproot" means to remove a plant from the ground by pulling it away from its roots.

Memory Tip

Imagine pulling a plant 'up' ('up-') and taking it away from its 'roots' — that's how you remember that 'uproot' means to remove something from its foundation.

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