Definition of "rootage" [rootage]

• A system or growth of roots. (noun)
• Establishment by or as if by roots. (noun)

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• "This was to give the peas deep rootage, which is a point necessary for the quick and stable growth of this vegetable."
• "It had a pointed roof of some rough material, dull under the sun, and gave rootage in places to vines, even a small tree."
• "By this trained personality -- the heart that has been led to live with Christ awhile, and then go forth in his name and filled with his love to the hearts that have place for that love and rootage for that life -- this wonderful product of our Christian civilization has everywhere been produced."