Meaning of the word rhizome in English
What does rhizome mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rhizome
US /ˈraɪ.zoʊm/
UK /ˈraɪ.zəʊm/
Noun
a continuously growing horizontal underground stem that puts out lateral shoots and adventitious roots at intervals
Example:
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Ginger is a common example of a plant that grows from a rhizome.
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Many grasses spread effectively through their extensive rhizome systems.