Meaning & Definition of word "Plant"

noun:

• 1. A living organism that typically grows in soil and produces its own food through photosynthesis.
  • Example: The garden is filled with beautiful flowering plants.
• 2. A factory or place where a specific type of industrial activity is carried out.
  • Example: The company is building a new plant to manufacture electric cars.
• 3. A young tree or seedling that is intended for planting.
  • Example: I bought a few plants to add to my vegetable garden.

verb:

• 1. To place a seed or young plant in the ground to grow.
  • Example: We plan to plant tomatoes in our backyard this spring.
• 2. To establish something firmly in a specific place.
  • Example: They decided to plant their flag on the summit of the mountain.
• 3. To secretly place something or someone in a position for a specific purpose.
  • Example: The spy was tasked to plant listening devices in the enemy's headquarters.