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bud

noun verb

a partially opened flower

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
3
Starts with
B
Ends with
D
Contains
U
Scrabble score
6
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. a partially opened flower

noun

  1. a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals

verb

  1. start to grow or develop

    “a budding friendship”

verb

  1. develop buds

    “The hibiscus is budding!”

In context

Example Sentences

a budding friendship
The hibiscus is budding!
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