germinant

/ˈdʒɜːrmɪnənt/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant or part of a plant that is in the process of germination, especially a seedling or sprout

“The germinant seedling began to grow its first leaves.”

2. adjective

relating to or causing germination

“The germinant properties of the soil allowed the plants to thrive.”

Synonyms

  • germinating
  • seedling
  • sprout

Antonyms

  • degenerate
  • dormant