What does SEEDS mean?

Seeds

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The small, usually hard or woody, reproductive body of a flowering plant, capable of growing into a new plant.

Pronunciation: US: /sidz/; UK: /siːdz/

Origin and Usage: The word "seeds" originated from the Old English word "sǣd" which means "seed, semen, or offspring". It has been in use since the 9th century. Seeds are vital to the reproduction and growth of plants. They can be eaten, planted, or used to produce oils and other products.

Synonyms: Kernels, pips, grains, spores, ovules

Related Words: Grains, beans, nuts, wheat, maize

Example Sentences:

• The farmer planted seeds in the field to grow crops.
• She ate a handful of sunflower seeds as a snack.
• The scientist studied the seeds to understand the plants reproductive process.
• The bird ate the seeds from the feeder.
• The company produces oils and cosmetics from different types of seeds.