seed stock
seed stock · seed stocks
A stock of seedA stock of seed.
Meaning
3 senses(literally)A stock of seed.
Any supply for planting in general.
The estate's present seed stock comprises seedlings, bulbs and various nuts.
a supply of seeds (or tubers) reserved for planting
(figuratively)Any source of new (notably young) individuals, especially those used for breeding
Sustainable hunting and fishing cares as much for its seed stock as for catch or haul.
Forms
plural: seed stocks| Singular | seed stock |
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