taproot

• Nom désignant la racine principale et centrale d'une plante, qui pousse verticalement vers le bas, ou, au sens figuré, la source ou le fondement principal de quelque chose.

A noun referring to the main, central root of a plant that grows vertically downward, or metaphorically to a primary source or foundation for growth or development.

1. Main plant rootB2formalscientific

   The primary, central root of a plant that grows vertically downward from the stem, from which smaller lateral roots branch out.

   Racine pivotante

   • Carrots and dandelions have a prominent taproot.
   • The taproot helps the plant access deep water sources.
   • Gardeners often remove the taproot when transplanting seedlings.

2. Central source or foundationC1formal

   A fundamental or primary source that provides essential support or nourishment for development.

   Racine centrale / source fondamentale

   • Education is the taproot of a prosperous society.
   • The company's innovative culture is the taproot of its success.
   • His family traditions are the taproot of his values.

   Synonymesbasiscorefoundationheartoriginrootsourcewellspring