take root

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : To become firmly established or settled : The phrase "take root" describes the process by which something becomes fixed, stable, or begins to grow and develop in a new place or situation. It originates from the literal process of a plant's roots growing into the soil to anchor and nourish it. Usage The verb "take root" is typically used intransitively. It describes a state or...