seed
seed
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British pronunciation
/siːd/

Definition & Meaning of "seed"in English

Seed
01

a small, hard object produced by a fruit or vegetable that can grow into a new one

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seed definition and meaning

What is a "seed"?

A seed is a small, often hard object produced by a fruit or vegetable, containing the embryo of a new plant. Seeds serve as a means of reproduction and dispersal for plants, enabling them to propagate and spread across different environments. They contain all the genetic information and necessary nutrients for the development of a new plant. Seeds come in various shapes, sizes, and textures, and are a fundamental aspect of plant biology and agriculture. Additionally, seeds are a valuable source of nutrition for humans and animals, containing essential nutrients such as proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

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The gardener planted the seeds in rows to ensure they have enough space to grow.
After the fruit was sliced, she carefully removed the seeds before serving it in a salad.
02

a small living part of a plant that when put in the ground, grows into a new one

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seed definition and meaning

What is a "seed"?

A seed is a small, hard object that can grow into a new plant. It contains the young plant, known as the embryo, along with stored food to help it begin growing. Seeds come in many shapes and sizes, depending on the type of plant they come from. When planted in the right conditions, such as in soil with enough water and sunlight, a seed will start to grow, developing roots, stems, and leaves. Seeds are a fundamental part of plant reproduction and are used to grow crops, flowers, and trees.

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The gardener carefully planted seeds in the fertile soil, eager to watch them grow into vibrant flowers.
Farmers select high-quality seeds to ensure a bountiful harvest and healthy crops.
03

the male reproductive fluid containing sperm necessary for conception

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She learned about the role of the seed in the reproductive process during her health class.
The seed was analyzed to determine its viability for fertility treatments.
04

something that serves as the initial idea, inspiration, or starting point for later work or development

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The article planted a seed for his future research.
Her travel journal was the seed of a bestselling memoir.
05

a strong and highly ranked player in a sports tournamnet

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As the top seed in the tennis tournament, he was favored to win the championship title.
The basketball team earned the first seed in the playoffs after finishing the regular season with the best record in the league.
to seed
01

to spread small plant parts over soil to start their growth

Transitive: to seed a piece of land
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She seeds the garden beds with flower seeds in the spring for a colorful display.
He seeds the lawn with grass seeds to fill in bare patches and promote healthy growth.
02

to remove the seeds from a fruit or vegetable

Transitive: to seed a fruit or vegetable
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I always seed the tomatoes before using them in my salsa recipe.
They spent the afternoon seeding the pomegranate to extract the ruby-red arils.
03

to arrange the positions of players or teams in a tournament

Transitive: to seed a competitor
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The organizers seeded the top-ranked players to ensure a fair competition.
The top four teams were seeded to prevent them from meeting until the semifinals.
04

to introduce microorganisms or other substances into a medium or environment

Transitive: to seed a medium or environment
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The scientist seeded the petri dish with bacteria to study its growth patterns.
The lab technician carefully seeded the test tubes to begin the fermentation process.
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to introduce a crystal or crystalline substance into a material, typically to promote crystallization or condensation

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Transitive: to seed clouds
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Scientists seed clouds with silver iodide to encourage rain in dry areas.
The meteorologist explained how they seed the atmosphere to increase precipitation.
06

to generate or develop seeds as part of a plant's reproductive process

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The flowers in the garden will seed after their blooming season ends.
After the sunflowers finish blooming, they begin to seed naturally.
07

to help initiate or establish something by providing the necessary resources

Transitive: to seed a venture
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The company seeded the new venture with a substantial financial investment.
She seeded the project by assigning roles and distributing necessary materials.
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