Stumble on THE root of a tree

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Prakticky v každé podobné větě je root s určitým členem (první zmínka, pochopitelně), proč? Logicky bych řekl “stumble on a root”…kořenů je tam přece nejspíš víc.

DesperateDan

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Probably because

(i) “root” can mean the whole part or section of the tree (the whole root system), which is normally mostly underground. This painting is called “The root of a tree” even though we can see many roots. What the painter called “the root” is actually the whole root system.
(ii) although it may be the “first mention” of any roots, we know that most trees do have a root (or roots), a stem (or stems), and a canopy (the branches which bear the leaves – klenba).

Similarly we store butter, cheese and milk in the fridge (or in a fridge), because we know (or can assume) that households normally do have a fridge.

First mention: stumble on a tree root, stumble on the root of a tree. You can use either.

Klotyl

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Díky Dane ;)

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