Definition of "rooter" [rooter]

• One who, or that which, roots; one that tears up by the roots. (noun)

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• "-- Baited traps with "rooter" - type entry gates, which allow multiple catches at a time."
• "However, Mame, splendid "rooter" for the home squad that she was, could not claim much glory as a prophet; for the next event was also captured by the hustling school team from the up-river town."
• "With one terrific battle-cry, the "rooter" clears his throat,"