uprooted
verb
Pronunciation: ˌʌpˈruːt
Definition
Pull a plant or tree out of the ground by its roots, or force someone to leave their home or familiar environment.
Examples
Strong winds managed to uproot several large pine trees during the storm.
Moving to a new country can uproot a family from their established social circles.
The new development project will uproot dozens of residents who have lived in this neighborhood for decades.
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