planted

/ˈplæntɪd/
adjective
  1. Put or set into the ground to grow.
    • We admired the rows of planted tulips in the garden.
    • The planted seeds need plenty of water and sunlight.
    • The planted trees will provide shade in a few years.
  2. Firmly placed or fixed in position.
    • The tent was securely planted in the soft soil.
    • He gave a planted stance before swinging the bat.
    • With planted feet, she stood her ground against the wind.
  3. Secretly placed, especially for a dishonest purpose.
    • The planted microphone recorded the entire conversation.
    • They found a planted camera in the hotel room.
    • The planted evidence was later discovered by the defense lawyer.
verb
  1. To put a seed, plant, or tree into the ground so that it can grow.
    • She planted a small apple tree in the backyard.
    • Every spring, the farmers plant corn in the fields.
    • He planted sunflower seeds along the fence.
  2. To place something firmly or securely in a particular position.
    • He planted his feet on the ground and refused to move.
    • The soldier planted the flag at the top of the hill.
    • She planted a kiss on her grandmother's cheek.
  3. To establish or introduce an idea, belief, or feeling in someone's mind.
    • The movie planted a love of adventure in many young viewers.
    • The teacher planted the idea of becoming a scientist in her students.
    • His words planted doubt in my mind about the plan.
  4. To place someone or something secretly, often for a dishonest purpose (e.g., a spy, evidence, or a device).
    • The spy was planted in the company to gather information.
    • They planted a listening device in the meeting room.
    • The detective suspected someone had planted the stolen watch in his bag.
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