sow
noun
Definitions of sow noun
- Countable
a fully grown female pig
verb
Definitions of sow verb
plant
- C1TransitiveIntransitive
to scatter or plant seeds on the ground for growth
Please sow these seeds in the flower pots.
The farmer plans to sow wheat in the autumn.
We will sow the oat seeds in this field.
cause
- Transitive
to initiate or provoke a negative emotion or situation that develops or persists
She sowed discord among her colleagues by spreading rumors.
This decision may sow discontent within the community.
His remarks sowed seeds of doubt in the audience’s minds.
Idioms
- sow the seeds of something
To initiate actions or conditions that will likely cause a particular outcome or situation to develop in the future.
• They spread rumors, sowing the seeds of future conflict.
- sow your wild oats
To engage in a period of reckless and pleasurable activities, especially during youth.
• During his college years, he decided to sow his wild oats and travel around.
- As ye sow, so shall ye reap
This idiom expresses the idea that one's actions directly determine the treatment or consequences one will receive; it means that your deeds will ultimately dictate your outcomes.
• He always bullies others, and now he is being ostracized by his colleagues; it's truly a case of reaping what he sowed, as the saying goes, 'As ye sow, so shall ye reap.'
- as ye sow, so shall ye reap
This idiom illustrates that one's actions will directly influence the treatment or consequences they receive.
• He is always willing to help others, a clear case of 'as ye sow, so shall ye reap'.