Roots hold soil in the ground.

Meaning: Trees help to prevent erosion by holding the soil in place with their roots.

Choice of Words: Roots are the part of a tree that grows underground. Soil is the dirt and other materials that plants grow in. Roots hold the soil in place so that it doesn't wash away.

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Related Expressions

• Roots hold soil, like glue holds paper.
• Roots hold soil.
• Roots hold tree in ground.
• Roots hold trees in ground.
• Roots hold tree firmly in ground.
• Roots hold tree firm in ground.
• Roots hold trees in the ground.
• Roots hold ground.
• Roots spread deep in fertile soil.
• Roots anchor the tree in the soil.