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sprouted

|sprout-ed|

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/ˈspraʊtɪd/

(sprout)

new growth

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

'sprout' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'spruten,' where 'sprout' meant 'to shoot or bud.'

Historical Evolution

'spruten' transformed into the modern English word 'sprout' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to shoot or bud,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'sprout'.

The seeds sprouted quickly after the rain.

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Last updated: 2025/04/10 01:21