WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

root hair

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun root hair has 1 sense
  1. root hair - thin hairlike outgrowth of an epidermal cell just behind the tip; absorbs nutrients from the soil
    --1 is a kind of
    plant organ
    --1 is a part of root

Definitions from the Web

Term: Root Hair

Description:

A root hair refers to a tiny, elongated outgrowth from the surface of a plant's root. These fine and delicate hairs play a crucial role in the absorption of water and minerals from the soil, facilitating the plant's growth and nourishment.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Botany):

The root hair is responsible for the uptake of nutrients and water.

The roots of most vascular plants possess countless root hairs.

Noun (Anatomy):

In human anatomy, the term "root hair" is not applicable.

Please search for relevant anatomical terms on Amazon.

Related Adjective:

Root hair development is a key aspect of plant growth.

Proper root hair formation promotes efficient nutrient absorption.

Verb (Slang):

The term "root hair" does not have a slang usage.

Explore related slang vocabulary on Amazon.

Related Products on Amazon:

Find relevant products related to plant roots and soil on Amazon.

root beer float root canal root cap root cause root celery root cellar root climber root crop root hair root kit root on root out root patri root rot root system root tip pick root vegetable

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus