plant
/plɑːnt/ · /plænt/
CEFR level A1Topic NatureWord #553 in the learning path
植物
Definitions
n. a living thing that usually grows in soil and has leaves
植物
v. to put seeds or young plants into soil to grow
种植；栽种
n. a factory or facility where industrial processes take place
工厂；工业设施
Example
This little plant needs more sunlight and less water.
这株小植物需要更多阳光和更少的水。
Local authorities should plant more trees to improve air quality and provide shade in crowded neighbourhoods.
地方政府应多种树，以改善空气质量，并为人口密集的社区提供绿荫。
Collocations
- water a plant
- plant trees
- power plant
- manufacturing plant
Word family
- planting (n.)
- planter (n.)
Usage tip
plant可指植物或工厂；作动词时常表示种植。
FAQ
- What does plant mean?
- a living thing that usually grows in soil and has leaves to put seeds or young plants into soil to grow a factory or facility where industrial processes take place
- How is plant pronounced?
- UK /plɑːnt/, US /plænt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
