Definition of "rhizome" [rhi•zome]

• A horizontal, usually underground stem that often sends out roots and shoots from its nodes. Also called rootstalk, rootstock. (noun)

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• "The first two principles of the rhizome are the "principles of connection and heterogenity.""
• "Since the rhizome is a system concept, I see no problem with the way that I have dealt with this difficulty by looking at the Internet as a system."
• "Cattails also “travel” by sending out a horizontal stem called a rhizome not far from the parent plant."