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Definition of seedbed
seedbed
/ˈsiːd.bɛd/
seed · bed
Plural:seedbeds
seedbed Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A plot of soil specially prepared for planting seeds to germinate and grow before being transplanted.
Example
"The gardener raked the soil until it was fine and level to create a suitable seedbed for the lettuce."
2
A place, environment, or situation that fosters the rapid growth or development of something, especially ideas, movements, or talent.
Example
"The university's engineering department became a fertile seedbed for technological innovation."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Seedbed. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/seedbed