Word SEED: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

seed

🇺🇸 [siːd]

Meanings

The small, often round object that is planted to grow a new plant. Seeds are essential for the reproduction of many plants and trees, and they contain the genetic material needed for growth. The term can also refer to the origin or beginning of something.

Examples

• They planted the seeds in the garden and waited for them to sprout.
• The seed of the idea came during their brainstorming session.
• Farmers carefully select the best seeds for each growing season.

Synonyms

grain • kernel • spore

Antonyms

fruit • plant • harvest