Meaning of the word deracinate in English
What does deracinate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
deracinate
US /dɪˈræsɪneɪt/
UK /dɪˈræsɪneɪt/
Verb
1.
pull up by the roots; uproot
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The strong winds threatened to deracinate the ancient oak tree.
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The gardener worked to deracinate the stubborn weeds from the flowerbed.
2.
displace (someone) from their native or accustomed environment
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War and conflict often deracinate entire communities, forcing them to seek refuge elsewhere.
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The rapid modernization of the city began to deracinate its traditional culture.