(mathematics) A function which, when applied a given number of times, equals another given function.

(intransitive, literally) To grow roots into soil. / (intransitive, figuratively) To become established, to take hold.

(idiomatic, chiefly US) Alternative form of root about

(of a pig, literally) To forage by poking the snout here and there. / To search for something in a similar manner. / (figuratively) To rummage; to look for something in a somewhat aimless fashion.

(mathematics) Of a number or expression, a number or expression the cube of which is equal to the given number or expression.

(mathematics) The number which, when squared, yields another number. / (mathematics) The positive number which, when squared, yields another number; the principal square root.

(botany) Any adventitious root that grows from a plant stem above ground.

A disease, caused by a nematode, that causes swelling of the roots of oats

plural of root beer

plural of root vole