This is the 8813th most frequent French word.
botte
"Botte" means "boot" or "bundle" in English, depending on context.
Here, 'bottes' refers to footwear designed to protect the feet, commonly worn in inclement weather or muddy conditions.
Il a mis ses bottes avant de sortir.
He put on his boots before going out.
In this sentence, 'botte' refers to a bundle of items (carrots specifically), tied together for convenience.
Elle a apporté une botte de carottes pour le dîner.
She brought a bunch of carrots for dinner.
Here, 'botte secrète' is an idiomatic expression referring to a special, secret plan or strategy employed to gain an advantage.