Definition of Root word

1. Noun. (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed. "Thematic vowels are part of the stem"

Exact synonyms: Base, Radical, Root, Stem, Theme
Category relationships: Linguistics
Generic synonyms: Descriptor, Form, Signifier, Word Form
Derivative terms: Stem, Stem

Lexicographical Neighbors of Root Word

root of nose
root of penis
root of tongue
root of tooth
root out
root planing
root pressure
root resection
root resorption
root rot
root sheath
root sprout
root system
root tip
root vegetable
root word (current term)
ROP
ropable
ropalocytosis
rope
rope-a-dope
rope-maker
ropeable
ropebark
roped
ropedancer
ropedancers
ropedancing
ropedancings
ropelike

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