Definition

The action of pulling something out of the ground or removing it completely from its place.

Example

The uprootal of the old tree caused a significant change in the landscape.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent storm that caused so much uprootal in the town?

Yeah, it was crazy! Many trees got knocked down.

I can't believe how much uprootal it caused; people are still cleaning up.

I know, right? It's going to take a while for everything to get back to normal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English ' uprootian', meaning to pull up by the roots. The prefix 'up-' means to a higher position or level, and 'root' refers to the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground. Therefore, 'uprootal' describes something that is pulled up from its roots, often used metaphorically to indicate a complete removal or disruption.

Memory Tip

Imagine pulling something completely 'up' from the ground, which helps you remember that 'uprootal' means to remove something entirely from its roots.

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