bud

• A primitive root; to break forth as a bud, that is, bloom; generally to spread; specifically to fly (as extending the wings); figuratively to flourish: - X abroad, X abundantly, blossom, break forth (out), bud, flourish, make fly, grow, spread, spring (up). —  THE IRATE NATION
• She was like a bud, all close and green, while they flared their petals to the sun and begged for cherishing Just think," said Ellen in her reedy voice, never loud enough to be heard at "teacher's desk" in school, "while we've been standing here three couples have gone by. —  Country Neighbors
• Gads-bud, she's a fine person LADY PLYANT. —  The Comedies of William Congreve Volume 1 [of 2]
• Gads-bud, who am I CYNT. —  The Comedies of William Congreve Volume 1 [of 2]
• Gads-bud, no matter for that, conscience and law never go together; you must not expect that LADY PLYANT. —  The Comedies of William Congreve Volume 1 [of 2]

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