Meaning of sprout

Definition of sprout

(noun) any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud
a newly grown bud (especially from a germinating seed)
(verb) produce buds, branches, or germinate; "the potatoes sprouted"
put forth and grow sprouts or shoots; "the plant sprouted early this year"

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