seedling
Translation
seedling, sprout
Examples
The seedling has two small leaves.
The seedling has two small leaves.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) seedling a very young plant The seedling has two small leaves.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sprout, sapling (for a young tree)
Etymology
From 'seed' + '-ling', a suffix denoting a young or small version.
Memory Tips
Think of 'seed' + 'ling' like 'duck' + 'ling' (duckling) – a small version of the original.