Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
root-out
verb
/ˈruːt aʊt/
Definition
To remove something completely or eradicate it, often referring to undesirable elements.
Examples
- We need to root out corruption within the organization.
- The gardener worked hard to root out the weeds from the flowerbed.
Meaning
The action of eliminating or eradicating a problem or something unwanted.
Synonyms
- eliminate
- eradicate
- remove
- expunge
