adjective
General Slang
rooted
ROO-tid · adjective · informal
Exhausted; or broken beyond repair.
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Definitions
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Very tired; or of a thing, broken beyond use. (Note: 'root' also has a vulgar sense.)
“The washing machine's rooted and so am I.”
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rooted In A Sentence
The washing machine's rooted and so am I.
Origin & Usage
From 'root'; the 'worn out/broken' sense is Australian/NZ.
People Also Ask
What does 'rooted' mean in Australian slang?
It means exhausted, or of an object, broken beyond repair. This 'worn out' sense is common in Australia and New Zealand.
Is 'rooted' a rude word in Australia?
The 'tired/broken' sense is everyday and mild, but be aware 'root' also has a vulgar sense meaning to have sex, so tone and context matter.
How do you use 'rooted' in a sentence?
You can say 'I'm absolutely rooted' meaning worn out, or 'the car's rooted' meaning it's beyond fixing.
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