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semence

seed, semen

noun suh-MAHNS Rare
Animals & Nature Plants

Origin: Latin 'sementia', from 'semen' (seed)

Usage Note

Semence is the general agricultural term for seeds or grain used for sowing — semences sélectionnées are certified seeds. It is also the anatomical term for semen. The verb semer (to sow) is closely related. Do not confuse with graine (seed of a specific plant, for eating or planting by a non-specialist).

Examples

"L'agriculteur a semé les semences au printemps."

Natural Translation

The farmer sowed the seeds in spring.

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