Pronunciation: [sˈiːdɪd] (IPA) 
The word "seeded" is spelled with the phonetic transcription of /si:dɪd/. It has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable. The first two letters "s" and "e" indicate the beginning of the word, followed by the vowel "e" that is pronounced as /i:/, and then the consonant "d" at the end. The word is commonly used in gardening or cooking to describe the process of planting seeds in soil or adding seeds to a dish.
"Seeded" is an adjective that describes something, typically an object or an individual, to which a seed has been introduced or implanted. In the context of plants and agriculture, "seeded" refers to the action of placing seeds in the ground or a suitable medium for the purpose of growth or reproduction. This can involve sowing seeds by hand or using machines such as seed drills. When a field or land is "seeded," it means that it has been prepared and sown with seeds, ensuring the potential sprouting and development of plants.
Moreover, "seeded" can also denote a ranked or organized system in which individuals or teams are strategically placed or allocated in a tournament or competition. In sports, particularly in tennis or basketball, for example, a player or team that is "seeded" holds a designated position that is determined by their previous performances or rankings. Being "seeded" can confer certain advantages, such as a higher chance of facing lower-ranked opponents in the early stages of a tournament.
Additionally, "seeded" can have metaphorical connotations, suggesting the initiation or instigation of an idea, concept, or phenomenon. It implies the process of introducing or planting the initial elements or factors that could later grow, expand, or influence a larger entity. This figurative usage is often employed in contexts such as technology, entrepreneurship, and creativity, where the act of "seeding" involves laying the groundwork or providing the necessary elements for future development, innovation, or progress.
Bearing seed; interspersed or covered with seed.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "seeded" is derived from the verb "seed", which can be traced back to the Old English word "sed" or "sǣd". This Old English term, in turn, comes from the Proto-Germanic word "*sediz", meaning "sowing" or "seed". The word "seeded" refers to the act of putting or planting seeds, often in preparation for growing or cultivating plants.
