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grassroots

[ gras-roots, -roots, grahs- ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

the common or ordinary people, especially as contrasted with the leadership or elite of a political party, social organization, etc.; the rank and file.
the agricultural and rural areas of a country.
the people inhabiting these areas, especially as a political, social, or economic group.
the origin or basis of something; the basic or primary concept, rule, part, or the like.

of, relating to, or involving the common people, especially as contrasted with or separable from an elite:
a grassroots movement for nuclear disarmament.

1910–15 Americanism grassroots fordef 1

The delegates were given envelopes containing $40,000 during a meeting about grassroots soccer initiatives.

Either way, this is a conversation that is occurring not just at the penthouse level, but among the grassroots as well.

Grassroots organizing accompanied an agenda of legislative sabotage led by the Republican congressional hierarchy.

Then, Democratic strategists say, the grassroots were hungry for a real debate after eight years of George Bush.

The centrist group thinks they can build centrist grassroots army.

His eye to the grassroots, Gramps had long ago understood that everything was as old as creation itself and yet was eternally new.

I saw the indications of richness there, and, overturning the earth with my pick, found gold among the very grassroots.

Goals 2000 links world-class standards to grassroots reforms and I hope Congress will pass it without delay.

In my budget, I propose a grassroots campaign to help inform families about these medical risks.

DA enjoyed grassroots support especially by young professionals, businessmen and liberals.

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