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Root

Yes, root is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 4 points in Scrabble.

What does root mean?

noun

  1. (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
  2. the place where something begins, where it springs into being the Italian beginning of the Renaissance
  3. (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed thematic vowels are part of the stem

verb

  1. take root and begin to grow this plant roots quickly
  2. come into existence, originate The problem roots in her depression
  3. plant by the roots

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for root

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants2 / 2
Scrabble points4
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of root

  • toro
  • roto

Words you can make from root

Unscramble ROOT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is root a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Root is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is root worth in Scrabble?

Root is worth 4 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does root mean?

Root means: (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground.