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Seed

🇬🇧 UK /["/siːd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/siːd/"]/

Meaning of Seed

the small hard part produced by a plant, from which a new plant can grow

In simple words: A small object from which a plant grows.

Seed in a sentence

• She planted a seed in the garden to grow a beautiful flower.
• The farmer decided to save some seed for the next planting season.
• In the beginning, a small seed of doubt was planted in her mind about the project.
• The seed of an idea sparked a whole new business venture.
• He found a seed of truth in her argument that made him reconsider his stance.

How to use Seed

Used when talking about plants, gardening, or growth. Not typically used in formal settings; more common in everyday conversation about nature or agriculture.

Grammar pattern

seed + object (e.g., seed a plant)

Memory hint

Think of 'seed' as a 'small thing that grows big' — like a tiny seed becoming a giant tree.

Related words

Collocations with Seed

• grass
• mustard
• poppy
• packet
• plant
• sow
• produce
• germinate
• grow
• sprout
• head
• pod
• packet
• a variety of seeds
• grass
• mustard
• poppy
• packet
• plant
• sow
• produce
• germinate
• grow
• sprout
• head
• pod
• packet
• a variety of seeds
• first
• second
• etc.

Synonyms for Seed

• kernel
• grain
• pit
• spore
• pip

Opposites of Seed

• weed
• pest

Common mistakes with Seed

• Confused with 'cede', which means to give up something.
• Using 'seeds' incorrectly in singular contexts.
• Mispronouncing as 'see-d' instead of 'seed'.

Frequently asked questions about Seed

What does Seed mean?

A small object from which a plant grows.

What is the definition of Seed?

the small hard part produced by a plant, from which a new plant can grow

How do you use Seed in a sentence?

She planted a seed in the garden to grow a beautiful flower.

Can you give another example of Seed?

The farmer decided to save some seed for the next planting season.

What are synonyms for Seed?

Common alternatives include kernel, grain, pit, spore, pip.

What is the opposite of Seed?

Opposite meanings include weed, pest.

What words go with Seed?

It commonly pairs with grass, mustard, poppy, packet, plant, sow, produce, germinate, grow, sprout, head, pod, packet, a variety of seeds, grass, mustard, poppy, packet, plant, sow, produce, germinate, grow, sprout, head, pod, packet, a variety of seeds, first, second, etc..

What are common mistakes when using Seed?

Confused with 'cede', which means to give up something. Using 'seeds' incorrectly in singular contexts. Mispronouncing as 'see-d' instead of 'seed'.

How do you pronounce Seed?

US: /["/siːd/"]/, UK: /["/siːd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Seed?

Used when talking about plants, gardening, or growth. Not typically used in formal settings; more common in everyday conversation about nature or agriculture.

What CEFR level is Seed?

"Seed" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.