Root-and-branch
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Alternative form of root and branch. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable
"A root-and-branch reform of our antiquated passenger fares system is urgently needed if the rail industry is to fill the £2 billion annual black hole in its finances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic."
Example
More examples"A root-and-branch reform of our antiquated passenger fares system is urgently needed if the rail industry is to fill the £2 billion annual black hole in its finances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic."
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