noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
grassroots; grass roots
Refers to the ordinary people in a society or organization, especially as the foundation of a movement or political activity. Often used in contexts like グラスルーツ活動 (grassroots activities) or グラスルーツ民主主義 (grassroots democracy).
See also: 草の根 (くさのね)
This movement started from the grassroots.
We need to reflect the voices of the grassroots in politics.