Sprout
Pronunciation: /ˈspraʊt/
Sprout (verb)
- To start growing, especially from a seed or small plant.
- To appear quickly or suddenly, like new leaves or shoots.
Examples
- The seeds sprout quickly in warm soil.
- After the rain, new grass began to sprout.
Common collocations: sprout leaves, sprout roots, sprout up, sprout overnight, tender sprout
Sprout (noun)
- A new growth from a plant, like a small stem or leaf.
- A small, green vegetable that looks like a tiny cabbage.
Examples
- The gardener carefully watered each sprout.
- Sprouts need sunlight to grow strong.