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pot·bound

(pŏt′bound′)

adj.

Having grown too large for its container, resulting in matted or tangled roots. Used of a potted plant.

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pot•bound

(ˈpɒtˌbaʊnd)

adj.

(of a plant) having roots so densely grown as to fill the container and require repotting.

[1840–50]

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Adj.

potbound - (of a potted plant) grown too large for its container resulting in matting or tangling of the roots

rootbound

planted - set in the soil for growth

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potbound

[ˈpɒtˌbaʊnd] adj this plant is potbound → il vaso è ormai troppo piccolo per questa pianta

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