Sap
(noun)
- The fluid that circulates in the vessels of a plant, conveying nourishment from the roots to the shoots and leaves.
- The vital energy or enthusiasm of a person or organization.
- The fluid that flows in the vessels of a tree or other plant.
Origin:
From middle english, from old english sæp, from proto-germanic *saipaz ("sap"), from proto-indo-european *seh₁p- ("juice, sap").
Examples:
- The sap of the tree is used to make maple syrup.
- The sap is starting to rise in the trees.
- The team was playing with new sap and energy.
- The sap of the plant was used to make medicine.
- The sap was flowing freely in the tree.