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A sapling grew beside the fence.
What does Sapling mean?
a small young tree.
Dictionary definition
A young tree that has started to grow but is not fully mature.
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Students measured the sapling each week during science class.
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Protecting a sapling gives it a better chance to become a healthy tree.
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What does sapling mean?
Sapling means a small young tree.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to sapling?
Young tree is close in meaning to sapling in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for sapling?
Mature tree contrasts with sapling in this context.
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WordSapling.
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MeaningSapling means a small young tree.
ExampleExample: A sapling grew beside the fence.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- sa · pli · ng
- Strongest beat
- sa
- Ending
- ng
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sa.
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Synonyms
Words like Sapling
young treeClose in meaning when sapling means a small young tree.
young plantClose in meaning when sapling means a small young tree.
seedlingClose in meaning when sapling means a small young tree.
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mature treeContrasts with sapling in the meaning a small young tree.
old treeContrasts with sapling in the meaning a small young tree.
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