seed
//siːd//
Noun
seedSingular
seedsPlural
1
The small hard part produced by a plant from which a new plant can grow
Plant the seeds in spring and water them regularly.
2
The beginning or origin of something that may develop or grow
The seed of doubt was planted in her mind.
3
A competitor who has been ranked in a tournament according to their ability
She is the number one seed in the tennis tournament.
4
Semen
Sperm are carried in the seed.
Verb
1
To plant seeds in soil or ground
We seeded the garden with vegetables in early spring.
2
To remove seeds from fruit or vegetables
You need to seed the tomatoes before making the sauce.
3
To rank competitors in a tournament according to their ability
The top players were seeded in the tournament.