budding
UK: ˈbʌdɪŋ | US: ˈbʌdɪŋ
adj. beginning to develop or show signs of future potential
n. the process of a bud forming on a plant
vt. (rare) present participle of "bud" (to produce buds)
The word "budding" originates from the Middle English "budde," meaning a small protuberance on a plant, likely of Germanic origin. The suffix "-ing" is added to form the present participle or adjective, indicating the ongoing process of growth or development. The term metaphorically extends to describe emerging potential in non-botanical contexts (e.g., "a budding artist").
The apple tree is budding early this spring.
She’s a budding musician with incredible talent.
Budding leaves signaled the arrival of warmer weather.
His budding interest in science led him to study biology.
The garden was full of budding roses after the rain.