Bud ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Bud ( noun )

1. A small rounded structure on a plant that contains the beginnings of a leaf, flower, or shoot.
2. A small, new and undeveloped leaf, flower or shoot.

Origin:

Old english bude, of germanic origin; related to dutch knop and german knospe.

Examples:

1. The rose bush had many new buds.
2. He checked the buds on the apple tree to see if they were ready to pick.
3. The buds on the tree were starting to open.
4. The buds on the plant were a sign that spring was coming.
5. He picked a bud from the flower and admired its beauty.

(As a verb)

Bud ( verb )

1. A small rounded structure on a plant that contains the beginnings of a leaf, flower, or shoot.
2. A small, new and undeveloped leaf, flower or shoot.

Origin:

Old english bude, of germanic origin; related to dutch knop and german knospe.

Examples:

1. The rose bush had many new buds.
2. He checked the buds on the apple tree to see if they were ready to pick.
3. The buds on the tree were starting to open.
4. The buds on the plant were a sign that spring was coming.
5. He picked a bud from the flower and admired its beauty.