Meaning & Definition of word "Seeded"
Seeded
/ˈsiː.dɪd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'seed'; to have sown seeds in soil to grow plants.
- Example: She seeded the vegetable patch last spring, and now it is thriving.
- 2. To provide a source of information or to initiate a process.
- Example: The researchers seeded the idea of renewable energy in the community.
- 3. To place teams in a tournament according to their ranking.
- Example: The tournament director seeded the teams based on their previous performances.
adjective:
- 1. Having seeds or having been sown with seeds.
- Example: The garden is filled with seeded plants that will soon blossom.
- 2. Prepared with seeds for planting or growth.
- Example: The seeded lawn has started to take root after the recent rainfall.
Etymology
●Middle English seden, from Old English sædian, meaning to plant or sow seeds.
Common Phrases and Expressions
seeded match:
A match where participants are ranked based on skill.
seeded draw:
A drawing where high-ranked participants are placed strategically.
Related Words
seed:
The grain from which a plant grows.
seeding:
The process of planting seeds.
seedling:
A young plant formed from a seed.
Slang Meanings of seeded
Meaning: Heavily intoxicated or under the influence.
● Example Sentence: After that party, I was completely seeded.
Meaning: In a very good or fortunate situation.
● Example Sentence: I’m feeling seeded with this new job offer.