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root out

The correct spelling is root out.

How to pronounce root out

verb

Say it like: Roo-t o-wt

The correct spelling is root out. To remove or abolish completely. For example: "They rooted out all vestiges of corruption."

Usage Examples

They rooted out all vestiges of corruption.

It took them hours to root out exactly where the water was coming in.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To remove or abolish completely.
  2. 2.To search for and discover.

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