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Bud (Noun)

A swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals.

Nouns denoting plants.

The tiny bud on the branch of the rose bush was tightly closed, waiting for the warmth of spring to unfurl its delicate petals.
As the gardener carefully pruned the shrub, she made sure to leave the buds intact to allow for new growth.
The buds on the lilac tree were a deep purple color and would soon burst forth into fragrant flowers.
In the greenhouse, the gardener carefully nurtured the buds on the orchid, making sure they received just the right amount of moisture and light.
The maple tree's buds were already beginning to swell, a sign that winter was slowly coming to an end.

A partially opened flower.

Nouns denoting plants.

The delicate bud on the rose bush was beginning to unfurl its petals.
As the weather warmed up, the tiny buds on the tree started to swell and burst into bloom.
The gardener carefully pruned the dead buds from the azalea to encourage new growth.
The orchid's bud was a deep purple color and would soon open into a beautiful flower.
The tightly closed bud on the tulip slowly began to open, revealing its vibrant yellow center.