#1 sprout v. [shoot, spud, germinate, pullulate, bourgeon, burgeon forth] produce buds, branches, or germinate; "the potatoes sprouted". wn
#2 sprout n. any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud. wn
#3 sprout n. a newly grown bud (especially from a germinating seed). wn
#4 sprout v. [stock] put forth and grow sprouts or shoots; "the plant sprouted early this year". wn
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