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seedwoman

seedwoman

8.9
A woman who sells seeds
  • noun
  • /ˈsiːdˌwʊmən/
translation icon : vendedora de semillas
  • The old seedwoman set up her stall at the market, selling seeds to local gardeners.

Examples

  • The seedwoman visited the village every spring, bringing packets of rare flowers and crops.

  • As a successful seedwoman, she was known for her extensive knowledge of horticulture.

  • The seedwoman at the market had a variety of seeds.

  • Many seedwomen offer organic options for gardeners.

  • The seedwoman visited the village every spring, bringing packets of rare flowers and crops.

  • As a successful seedwoman, she was known for her extensive knowledge of horticulture.

  • The old seedwoman set up her stall at the market, selling seeds to local gardeners.

Synonyms

seedswoman
vsseedwoman
9.8

A woman who sells seeds for planting

is a woman who sells seeds without implying it is her profession
seedsman
vsseedwoman
8.9

A person who sells seeds for planting

specifies a female seller rather than an unspecified person
seed seller
vsseedwoman
2.0

A person or shop that sells seeds for planting

means specifically an individual woman who sells seeds not companies
seedman
vsseedwoman
9.1

A person who sells seeds for planting

refers to a woman rather than a male seller

How Specialized

seedwoman
8.9
peddler
8 5.7
seller
257 1.0

Surface Forms

seedwoman singular
seedwomen plural

Morphology

seedwoman = seed + woman (transparent) = seed + woman

A straightforward compound of 'seed' + 'woman' meaning a woman who deals with or sells seeds, which a B1 learner can derive.

Etymology

Seedwoman is made from seed ('a small part that grows into a plant') and woman ('an adult female'). So the word paints a clear picture of a woman who sells or looks after seeds, which is why a seedwoman means a woman who sells seeds.