Germination

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒɜːrməˈneɪʃən/

Germination (noun)

  1. The process where a seed starts to grow and forms a new plant.
  2. The start of growth when a spore becomes active and begins forming new cells.

Examples

  • Warm soil helps seed sprouting begin quickly.
  • The gardener watches seed sprouting after watering.