Grassrootsy
adj, slang
adj, slang ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Characteristic of grassroots movements; local, small-scale. informal
"Incredibly, it’s now more than 10 years since the labyrinthine premises vacated by Edinburgh University’s vet school was transformed into a grassrootsy multi-platform arts venue, a home for creative businesses and a thriving festival hub."
Example
More examples"Incredibly, it’s now more than 10 years since the labyrinthine premises vacated by Edinburgh University’s vet school was transformed into a grassrootsy multi-platform arts venue, a home for creative businesses and a thriving festival hub."
Etymology
From grassroots + -y.
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