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[ adjective ] fundamental

Examples

"the grassroots factor in making the decision"

Used in print

(Sports Age, 24:9...)

Help is needed from dealers , at the grass-roots level .

Related terms

basic

2
[ adjective ] of or involving the common people as constituting a fundamental politico-economic group

Examples

"a grassroots movement for nuclear disarmament"

Related terms

common

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