Homophones for root, route

root / route [ru:t]

root – n. & v. – 1. the part of the plant formed from the radicle and often underground that obtains moistures and nutrients; 2. a source (often in pl. when referring to a person’s heritage); 3. the act of rummaging; v. – 1. pull up or dig out so that all anchored parts are removed; 2. remove forcefully; 3. settle, become established; 4. have a basis or origin in something; 5. become deeply implanted or strongly attached; 6. of animals – turn up the ground with the nose usually in search of food; 7. disturb, search out, pry; 8. cheer for, urge on

route – n. & v. – n. – 1. a course taken or planned between two or more points; 2. a series of stops for a delivery service; 3. a highway; 4. a regular procedure protocol; 5. military – an order to depart for active service; v. – 1. designate, plan, delineate a specific course; 2. electronics – direct signal etc. over a particular circuit