Grassrootsy

adj, slang

adj, slang ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 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

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"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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