germination — the process by which a plant grows from a seed
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process by which a plant grows from a seed
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdʒɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's secret to perfect germination was talking to her seeds every morning.
- The germination of his brilliant business idea happened while he was stuck in traffic.
- Scientists study germination conditions to improve crop yields worldwide.
germination
NOUN[/ˌdʒɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/]
the process by which a plant grows from a seed
A germination process where a seed sprouts green shoots and roots simultaneously
Germination blooms through vegetation's dedication to restoration — when commitment nurtures the seed's sacred awakening
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin germinatus, meaning 'to sprout or bud.' The root germen refers to a sprout, seed, or bud, representing the beginning of new life.
Breakdown
germin- (sprout/seed) + -ation (process/action suffix)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's secret to perfect germination was talking to her seeds every morning.”
“The germination of his brilliant business idea happened while he was stuck in traffic.”
“Scientists study germination conditions to improve crop yields worldwide.”
“The germination of conspiracy theories often starts with a single misunderstood tweet.”
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