verb · To raise, grow, or nurture plants or animals (dialectal).

他在阳台上秧了几盆辣椒。

noun · The young of certain animals, such as baby livestock or fish fry.

这池塘里刚撒了一批鱼秧。

verb · A young plant, sprout, or rice seedling; can also refer to the stalk or vine of certain plants.

农民们正忙着在田里插秧。