sembrar

Definitions of sembrar
  1. verb
    inoculate with microorganisms
    synonyms: germinar
  2. verb
    cover by strewing
    synonyms: esparcir
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    type of:
    derramar, desparramar, dispersar, esparcir
    spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic)
  3. verb
    place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth
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    types:
    esparcir, esparcirse
    sow by scattering
    type of:
    poner
    put into a certain place or abstract location
  4. verb
    put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
    synonyms: poner
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    types:
    arbolar, repoblar
    establish a forest on previously unforested land
    type of:
    poner
    put into a certain place or abstract location
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