germinancy

/ˌdʒərmɪnˈænsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or process of germination, especially of a seed.

“The gardener carefully monitored the germinancy of the newly planted seeds.”

2. noun

A sign or indication that something is about to develop or begin, especially a disease.

“The doctor noticed a sign of germinancy in the patient’s symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • germination
  • sprouting

Antonyms

  • atrophication
  • decay