Definition

Related to the initial stages of development or growth, often used in the context of funding or resources for new projects.

Example

The company received seed funding to launch its innovative product.

Conversation

I just bought some seed potatoes for my garden this year.

Nice! Are you planning to grow anything specific?

Yeah, I'm hoping to have a big harvest of tomatoes and peppers.

Sounds great! Fresh veggies from your own garden are the best.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To produce seeds or to begin to grow seeds, often referring to plants or tumors.

Example

The flowers will seed in the late summer, creating new plants for next year.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how some plants seem to seed so quickly in the garden?

Yeah, it’s amazing how fast they grow when conditions are right.

I guess it’s all about the right nutrients and care to help them seed properly.

Definition

A small part of a plant that can grow into a new plant, containing an embryo and often surrounded by a protective covering.

Example

I planted the seed in the garden to grow a beautiful flower.

Conversation

Have you planted the seed I gave you last week?

Not yet, but I'm planning to do it this weekend!

That's great! I can't wait to see what kind of plant grows from that seed.

Definition

To cause something to grow or develop by providing it with seeds or similar elements.

Example

The farmer decided to seed the field with a new variety of corn this year.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new tournament?

Yeah, I heard they're going to seed the players based on their past performances.

That sounds fair; it should make the matches more exciting.

Root Explanation

The word 'seed' originates from Old English 'sǣd', meaning a sowing or a seed. It refers to the reproductive part of a plant that can grow into a new plant.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sowing' when you hear 'seed' — it directly relates to planting something that will grow.

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