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germination

/dʒərˈmɪneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does germination mean?

noun

The process of a plant or seed beginning to grow, or the initial stage of growth. The process of sprouting or beginning to grow, especially of a seed or plant.

Example

"The farmer waited patiently for the seeds to undergo germination before planting them in the field."

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