windroot

/ˈwɪndruːt/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of plant in the genus Bidens, characterized by its hollow stems and small flower heads.

“The biologist studied the unique adaptation of the windroot plant in the local ecosystem.”

2. noun

a root or buried stem of a plant that grows and develops in the wind or water.

“The windroot of the aquatic plant allowed it to spread quickly across the riverbed.”

Synonyms

  • rhizome
  • root

Antonyms

  • anchor
  • epicenter