Definitions
n. A small part of a plant that can grow into another.
种子
v. Put seeds into soil so that plants will grow.
播种
Example
She planted each seed in a small clay pot.
她把每一粒种子种进一个小陶盆里。
Protecting seed diversity helps farmers adapt to changing climates and reduces the risk of widespread crop failure.
保护种子多样性有助于农民适应气候变化，并降低大范围作物歉收的风险。
Collocations
- sow seeds
- plant a seed
- sunflower seeds
- seed bank
Word family
- seedling (n.)
- seedless (adj.)
- seedy (adj.)
Usage tip
sow seeds指播种；seedling指已经发芽的幼苗。
FAQ
- What does seed mean?
- A small part of a plant that can grow into another. Put seeds into soil so that plants will grow.
- How is seed pronounced?
- UK /siːd/, US /siːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
