Germinate (verb)

1. To begin to grow or develop, especially from a seed, spore, or similar small form.
2. To begin to grow or develop, often from a seed, spore, or small form.

Origin:

The word "germinate" comes from the latin word "germinare" which means "to sprout". it was first used in the 17th century.

Examples:

1. The seed germinated in the warm soil.
2. The spores germinated in the damp environment.
3. The bulb germinated and produced a flower.
4. The cutting germinated and produced a new plant.
5. The spores germinated after a period of time.