root system

American  

[root sis-tuhm] / ˈrut ˌsɪs təm /

noun

• root systems
  plural

1. Botany. the entire complex of large and small roots and root hairs of a plant.

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root system Scientific  

1. The configuration of a plant's various roots.

2. See more at fibrous root taproot

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• root systems
  plural

Example Sentences

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root system

It also lacks a conventional root system to draw water from the soil.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 20, 2025

Federal investigators say the Lachman fire was deliberately set and had burned underground in a canyon root system until high winds rekindled it on Jan. 7.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2025

I could go on, but it suffices to say that “The Osbournes” sits near the root system of celebreality’s Tree of Life, for richer or poorer.

From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2025

He told the BBC it was essential that they are well watered "to encourage a deep root system".

From BBC ● May 1, 2025

The root system of the entire field weakens.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan