1. plural of budder; people or things that bud or produce buds
Usage: informal; chiefly botanical or horticultural context
2. plural of budder; tools or devices used for budding (a grafting technique)
Usage: technical; horticultural

Examples

• The early budders in the garden were the first signs of spring.
• Gardeners use budders to graft new varieties onto rootstock.
• These apple trees are reliable budders, producing flowers every year.
• The nursery workers sharpened their budders before the grafting season began.