reseed

verb

re·​seed (ˌ)rē-ˈsēd How to pronounce reseed (audio)
reseeded; reseeding; reseeds

transitive verb

1
: to sow seed on again or anew
2
: to maintain (itself) by self-sown seed

intransitive verb

: to maintain itself by self-sown seed

Examples of reseed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Many will actually spread on their own through reseeding. Tamara Yakaboski, The Denver Post, 24 May 2024 Their next chance will come after being reseeded for the state quarterfinal. Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2024 The Gladiators’ next opponent will be determined after the eight region winners are reseeded. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2024 Some wallflowers also have red, white or purple blooms, and the plants will reseed to grow back in the spring. Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reseed 

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Word History

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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The first known use of reseed was in 1861

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“Reseed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reseed. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

reseed

verb
re·​seed (ˈ)rē-ˈsēd How to pronounce reseed (audio)
: to sow seed on again

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