Overview of noun bud

The noun bud has 2 senses

• bud -- (a partially opened flower)


• bud -- (a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals)

Overview of verb bud

The verb bud has 2 senses

• bud -- (develop buds; "The hibiscus is budding!")


• bud -- (start to grow or develop; "a budding friendship")