English Explanatory Dictionary

disbudding

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Removal of superfluous bud growths from a plant, done to encourage more robust growth of the fruit.
  2. In the raising of domesticated animals with horns, such as goats, sheep, and cows, the removal of the undeveloped horns from a young animal.

Word forms

disbudding disbuddings

Etymology

From dis- + budding.

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