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Meaning of Bud
A small swelling on a plant that is about to develop into a leaf or flower, or a person who is still young and developing.
Definitions
- A small swelling on a plant, typically one that is about to develop into a leaf or flower
- A person who is still young and developing, especially one who shows promise or talent
- A friend or companion, especially a close or intimate one
Etymology of Bud
The word "bud" originates from Old English "budd" or "bod", also related to Old Norse "burr" and Old High German "buz", all of which are thought to have been derived from the Proto-Germanic word "budiz", which is also the source of the Modern English word "bud"
Historically, the word "bud" has been used to describe the early stages of plant growth, as well as the early stages of human development, and has also been used as a term of endearment or affection
Example Uses
- The bud on the rose bush was about to bloom into a beautiful flower
- The young bud of a musician was discovered at the local talent show
- The two friends were inseparable buds since childhood