budding

(noun) reproduction of some unicellular organisms (such as yeasts) by growth and specialization followed by the separation by constriction of a part of the parent.

(verb) develop buds. Synonyms: bud. Example: "The hibiscus is budding!."

(verb) start to grow or develop. Synonyms: bud. Example: "A budding friendship."

(adj) beginning to develop. Example: "A budding genius."