A reproductive particle, usually a single cell, released by a fungus, alga, or plant that may germinate into another.
A thick resistant particle produced by a bacterium or protist to survive in harsh or unfavorable conditions.
To produce spores.
A small shoot or twig of a tree or other plant; a spray.
A youth; a lad.
An ornament resembling a small shoot or twig.
One of the separate pieces of lace fastened on a ground in applique lace.
A brad, or nail without a head.
A house sparrow.
A small eyebolt ragged or barbed at the point.
To decorate with sprigs, or with representations of sprigs, as in embroidery or pottery.