kořen — meaning in English

English meaning

• base noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
• root noun The underground part of a plant that anchors it and draws in water and nutrients.

Senses

kořen is used for these senses in English:

• base Something from which other things extend; a foundation.
• root The part of a hair under the skin that holds the hair in place.
• root (arithmetic) Of a number or expression, a number which, when raised to a specified power, yields the specified number or expression.

base — full definition

1. noun The lowest part of something, on which it stands or rests; a foundation.
2. noun A place used as the main point of operations for a person, group, or military force.
3. verb To use something as a starting point or foundation for a decision, argument, or story.
4. adjective Morally low; without honour or decency.

root — full definition

1. noun The underground part of a plant that anchors it and draws in water and nutrients.
2. noun The origin, source, or underlying cause of something.
3. noun In mathematics, a value which, raised to a given power, produces a specified number (most commonly the square root).
4. verb To become firmly fixed or established.
5. verb To cheer for or support someone, hoping for their success. (usually "root for")

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