Definition of Taproot
the main root system of a plant that grows down vertically
Examples of Taproot in a sentence
The dandelion has a single, thick taproot that helps it draw in lots of nutrients. 🔊
Because it has a long taproot, the plant can suck up water stored deep within the ground. 🔊
Some vegetables have many small roots, but the carrot has one long taproot that burrows deep down in the soil. 🔊
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