Meaning of the word "take root" in English

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take root

US /teɪk ruːt/
UK /teɪk ruːt/

Idiom

1.

to become established and start to grow or develop successfully

Example:
The new ideas began to take root in the community.
It took a while for the new policy to take root.
2.

(of a plant) to grow roots and begin to grow in the ground

Example:
After planting, it takes a few weeks for the seedlings to take root.
The cuttings will take root more easily if kept moist.