germinator

/ˈdʒɜrmɪneɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person or thing that causes germination; an agent that induces seed germination.

“The new device is a powerful germinator that accelerates the germination process.”

2. noun

a person or device that promotes or induces the growth of something, especially a seed or a plant.

“The germinator in the garden is responsible for the rapid growth of the seeds.”

3. verb

to cause the germination of seeds or plants.

“The gardener germinates the seeds in a controlled environment.”

Synonyms

  • germinator
  • inducer
  • promoter

Antonyms

  • inhibitor
  • repressor