Uprooted
Pronunciation: /əˈpruːtɪd/
Uprooted (verb)
- To pull a plant out of the ground completely.
- To force people to leave their home or country.
Examples
- The gardener uprooted the weeds from the garden.
- Farmers often uproot old trees to plant new ones.
Common collocations: uproot a tree, uproot weeds, uproot families, uproot communities, uprooted plant
Uprooted (adjective)
- Describing a plant that has been removed from the ground.
- Describing a person who feels disconnected from their home or culture.
Examples
- The uprooted plant lay on the ground.
- Uprooted trees can be dangerous during storms.