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root vs root word

root word vs root

root and root word both are nouns.

root is a verb but root word is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
root Yes No Yes No
root word Yes No No No
As nouns, root and root word are synonyms defined as:
  • root and root word: (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
Other synonyms of root include base, radical, stem, theme.
root (noun) root word (noun)
the embedded part of a bodily structure such as a tooth, nail, or hair (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number
root (verb) root word (verb)
take root and begin to grow
cause to take roots
become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style
dig with the snout
plant by the roots
cheer for
come into existence, originate
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