No. 779 in Afrikaans
plant
A living organism, typically rooted, that grows in soil and carries out photosynthesis.
In a sentence
Die wetenskaplike plant die saad om nuwe spesies te ontwikkel.
The scientist plants the seed to develop new species.
Here, 'plant' is used as a verb, meaning to sow or place in soil for growth.
Die plant in die vensterbank het pragtige blomme.
The plant on the windowsill has beautiful flowers.
In this context, 'plant' is a noun, referring to a living organism that grows in soil.
Die maatskappy besluit om 'n nuwe fabriek te plant in die stad.
The company decides to plant a new factory in the city.
Here, 'plant' is metaphorically used as a verb, meaning to establish or set up.
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