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seedable

|seed-a-ble|

B2

/ˈsiːdəbəl/

(seed)

origin of growth

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
seedseedsseedsseededseededseeding
Etymology
Etymology Information

'seedable' originates from the English word 'seed', with the suffix '-able' indicating capability or suitability.

Historical Evolution

'seed' changed from the Old English word 'sǣd' and eventually became the modern English word 'seed'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'seed' meant 'to sow or plant seeds', and over time, 'seedable' evolved to mean 'capable of being seeded'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being seeded or suitable for seeding.

The soil in this area is highly seedable, making it ideal for agriculture.

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Last updated: 2025/06/29 16:54