buds

[bʌdz]

buds Definition

  • 1small protuberances on a plant that will develop into leaves, flowers, or shoots
  • 2a small swelling on a part of the body, especially one that is the result of an injury

Using buds: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buds" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The buds on the tree are starting to bloom.

  • Example

    She has a green thumb and can make any plant bud.

  • Example

    He hit his head and now there's a painful bud on his forehead.

buds Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for buds

  • germs
  • shoots
  • sprouts
  • blossoms

Phrases with buds

  • in bud

    not yet fully developed or open

    Example

    The flowers are still in bud and will bloom in a few days.

  • nip in the bud

    stop something at an early stage before it becomes too big or serious

    Example

    We need to nip this problem in the bud before it gets out of control.

  • bud of a person

    a young person who is showing signs of promise or potential

    Example

    She's only 12 years old, but she's already a budding artist.

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Summary: buds in Brief

The term 'buds' [bʌdz] refers to small protuberances on a plant that will develop into leaves, flowers, or shoots. It can also refer to a small swelling on a part of the body, especially one that is the result of an injury. 'Buds' extends into phrases like 'in bud,' meaning not yet fully developed or open, and 'nip in the bud,' meaning to stop something at an early stage before it becomes too big or serious.