seedling

//ˈsiːd.lɪŋ//
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Noun

seedlingSingular
seedlingsPlural
1

A young plant grown from a seed, especially one that has not yet been transplanted.

I planted the tomato seedlings in the garden this morning.

2

A young tree before it reaches a certain height, typically under three feet.

We planted several seedlings in the garden last spring.