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
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The new ideas began to take root in the community.
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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
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After planting, it takes a few weeks for the seedlings to take root.
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The cuttings will take root more easily if kept moist.
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