Budlet

/ˈbʌdlət/ noun

Definition

A small or immature bud; a diminutive bud on a plant.

Etymology

From bud + -let (Old French diminutive suffix meaning 'small'). Follows the pattern of other -let words like 'leaflet' and 'droplet' to indicate a miniature version.

Kelly Says

Budlets are nature's way of planning ahead in miniature—these tiny bumps are actually fully-formed baby plants waiting for the right moment to burst forth!

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