Pronunciation: /ædˌvɛnˈtɪʃəs rut/
noun a type of root that develops from a part of the plant other than the radicle or its branches, such as from a stem or leaf
A1 Adventitious roots are roots that grow from the stem or leaf of a plant.
A2 Some plants, like ivy, have adventitious roots that help them climb walls.
B1 Gardeners may need to prune adventitious roots to prevent them from causing damage.
B2 The presence of adventitious roots can indicate stress or poor growing conditions in a plant.
C1 Botanists study the development and function of adventitious roots in various plant species.
C2 Research has shown that certain crops benefit from the presence of adventitious roots in their growth cycle.
formal The adventitious root system of the plant helps it to anchor securely in the soil.
informal I never knew plants could have adventitious roots growing above ground!
slang Whoa, check out those funky adventitious roots on that tree!
figurative Just like the adventitious roots of a plant, sometimes we need to adapt and grow in unexpected ways to survive.
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