sprout

C1
Pronunciation
/spɹʌʊt/
/spɹaʊt/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A new growth on a plant, whether from seed or other parts.

2 Definition

A child.

3 Definition

(chiefly in the plural) A Brussels sprout.

4 Definition

(chiefly in the plural) A bean sprout.

5 Definition

An edible germinated seed.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To grow from seed; to germinate.

2 Definition

To cause to grow from a seed.

Example Sentences
  • I sprouted beans and radishes and put them in my salad.
3 Definition

To deprive of sprouts.

Example Sentences
  • to sprout potatoes
4 Definition

To emerge from the ground as sprouts.

5 Definition

To emerge haphazardly from a surface.

Example Sentences
  • Whiskers sprouted from the old man's chin.