sideshoots

[US]/ˈsaɪd.ʃuːts/
[UK]/ˈsaɪd.ʃuːts/

Translation

n.lateral shoots or branches growing from the side of a main stem; dredging pipes located on the side of a ship

Phrases & Collocations

remove sideshoots

pinch sideshoots

trim sideshoots

cut sideshoots

prune sideshoots

develop sideshoots

encourage sideshoots

strong sideshoots

growth of sideshoots

numerous sideshoots

Example Sentences

the tomato plant is developing many healthy sideshoots.

you should prune the sideshoots to encourage fruit growth.

new sideshoots appear on the branches every spring.

remove the unwanted sideshoots to maintain the tree's shape.

the sideshoots grow rapidly during the rainy season.

these sideshoots can be propagated into new plants.

the gardener carefully tied up the growing sideshoots.

sideshoots often compete with main stems for nutrients.

cutting back sideshoots helps improve air circulation.

the rose bush produced numerous sideshoots this year.

young sideshoots are more susceptible to pests.

regular pruning of sideshoots keeps the hedge tidy.

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