The old stories warned of root doctors who could heal with a bundle of herbs and a word whispered under the breath.

Farmers rotated crops to prevent diseases from building up in the root fields.

After reviewing the X-rays, the oral surgeon scheduled two root extractions for next Tuesday.

Scientists mapped how root systems adapt to drought across different soil types.

The plant's root system spread deep into the soil, anchoring it during storms.

The herbalist steeped mortification root in hot water to soothe the sore throat.

Mathematicians often study digital roots to detect patterns in large sequences of integers.

The security team discovered a hidden root kit on the server and immediately isolated it.

Some style guides accept root-noun as an alternative spelling.

The grass-roots movement demanded more community-led decision making.