v (transitive) To damage the outer layers of a seed such as Lupinus or Sophora to assist germination.
v (transitive) To initiate sprouting of tubers, such as potatoes, by placing them in special environment, before planting into the soil.
n (US|and|British|_|dated) A small sheet or scrap of paper with a hand-written note as a reminder or personal message.
n (context|India|China) A signed voucher or memorandum of a small debt, as for food and drinks at a club.
n (US|slang) A debt or favor owed in return for a prior loan or favor granted, especially a political favor.