definition of
[sprout]

[1] #1 sprout v. [shoot, spud, germinate, pullulate, bourgeon, burgeon forth] produce buds, branches, or germinate; "the potatoes sprouted". wn

[2] #2 sprout n. any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud. wn

[3] #3 sprout n. a newly grown bud (especially from a germinating seed). wn

[4] #4 sprout v. [stock] put forth and grow sprouts or shoots; "the plant sprouted early this year". wn