root-bound
root-bound
Meaning of root-bound
having roots that have filled a container and become densely tangled
so, dass der Topf völlig vom unterirdischen Geflecht der Pflanze ausgefüllt ist

Pronunciation
root-bound with German translation
root-bound usage examples
The plant is root-bound.
Die Pflanze ist durchwurzelt.
I'm repotting the root-bound cactus.
Ich topfe den durchwurzelten Kaktus um.
root-bound synonyms
What's the difference between root-bound and pot-bound
Same meaning; more common in British English.
ENMy tomato seedlings are pot-bound, so I'll repot them.
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root-bound belongs to the topic "Houseplants →". Start with a short set of 7 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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What does root-bound mean?
having roots that have filled a container and become densely tangled
How do you pronounce root-bound?
root-bound is pronounced [ˈruːt baʊnd].
How is root-bound used in a sentence?
Die Pflanze ist durchwurzelt. Translation: The plant is root-bound.
Is root-bound part of Houseplants vocabulary?
Yes, root-bound can be learned in the Houseplants topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is root-bound part of Plants vocabulary?
Yes, root-bound can be learned in the Plants topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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