"Sprouted" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To have sprouted means to have begun to grow or develop, typically suddenly or suddenly, especially as a result of being given the opportunity or encouragement to do so.
Example: After quitting her job, she sprouted new ideas for a career change.
In botany, sprouted refers to the growth of a plant or seedling from a seed, especially one that has begun to grow its first set of leaves.
Example: She put the seeds in the pot and waited for them to sprout.
To sprinkle or spray something with a small amount of liquid, typically in a fine spray or drop by drop.<br><br>Example: She took a spray bottle and began spritzing the plants with water.
A sproat is a type of raised decoration or ornament, typically a simple metal or other material protrusion, used to add a touch of elegance or style to a roll or barrel, particularly on a firearm.
Verbally unable to form words, but physically able to speak; unable to use or express oneself ornamentally.
A type of gearwheel, typically toothed on the peripheral edge, used to transmit power or motion between parallel shafts in mechanical systems.
A young or newly formed plant, especially a small shoot or shoot system capable of photosynthesis.<br><br>Example: Seeds sprout into tiny plants when they have enough water and sunlight.<br><br>Synonyms: shoot, sprig, sapling, youngling<br><br>Antonyms: seedling, sapling, sprig<br><br>Etymology: From the verb "sprout", derived from the Old English word "sprūtan", which meant "to burst forth" or "to grow".
A sprouter is a device that selectively exposes plants to light and water to promote seedling growth. It typically consists of a container or tray with a mesh bottom that allows water to seep in and a transparent top that admits light.
To be in the early stage of growth or development, especially beginning to emerge or come out:<br><br> A sprouting seed starts to grow roots and a plant stem.<br> A new business idea is just beginning to sprout.<br><br>When spring arrives, plants and flowers often begin to sprout.<br> <br> springs from<br> Develops or grows from a small beginning.<br><br>The company has been sprouting ideas for innovative products.
A small or medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree with needles that have a distinctive resinous scent.
Sprucing refers to the act of making something more attractive or appealing by adding or improving small details, or to decorate or embellish something, especially with festive items such as Christmas decorations.<br><br>Example: "She liked to spruce up her living room for the holidays."