sprouting

/ˈspraʊtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. In the process of growing or producing new shoots.
    • Sprouting broccoli is tender and delicious in stir-fries.
    • The sprouting seeds needed sunlight and water.
    • She watched the sprouting plants on the windowsill every morning.
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noun
  1. The act or process of a plant beginning to grow from a seed.
    • The farmer explained the science behind seed sprouting.
    • Sprouting usually takes three to five days for most beans.
    • Proper sprouting requires the right amount of moisture and warmth.
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