Definitions

1. verb

to remove or uproot something, especially a plant or a person’s roots or connections to their heritage or homeland

“The colonial powers attempted to deracinate the native culture by imposing their own language and customs.”

2. verb

to remove the roots of a plant, especially to make it easier to transplant

“The gardener carefully deracinated the roots of the tree to prepare it for relocation.”

3. noun

the act of removing or uprooting something, especially a plant or a person’s roots or connections to their heritage or homeland

“The process of deracination had a profound impact on the community’s identity and sense of belonging.”