sapling

English

/ˈsæplɪŋ/

noun

Definitions

A young tree, but bigger than a seedling.
(figuratively) A youngster, especially a male nearing maturity.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English sapling suf from English sap.

Origin

English

sap

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Distribution of cognates by language

Geogrpahic distribution of cognates

Cognates and derived terms

pinesap English
sap English
sapfest English
sapful English
saphead English
sapheaded English
sapless English
saplike English
sapper English
sappest English
sappeth English
sappy English
sapskull English
sapsucker English
sapsucking English
sapwood English
sap Middle English
sapling Middle English