noun
a compact knob-like growth on a plant that develops into a leaf, flower, or shoot
verb
to begin to develop or grow
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The bud of the plant began to bloom after weeks of careful nurturing.
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Hey bud, wanna grab a drink later?
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That new movie is totally bud-worthy, let's go watch it.
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He's always been my bud, we've been through thick and thin together.