Grassroots Definition

grăsro͝ots, -ro͝ots
noun
People at a local or low level rather than at the center or upper levels of an organization or movement. Often used with the.
American Heritage
The common people, orig. those esp. of rural or nonurban areas, thought of as best representing the basic, direct political interests of the electorate.
Webster's New World
The lowest or most basic level of an organization or movement.
A campaign that started at the grassroots.
American Heritage
The basic or fundamental source or support, as of a social or political movement.
Webster's New World
adjective
Of or having to do with the grassroots.
Webster's New World

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