1. the process of producing suckers (shoots that grow from the roots or base of a plant)
Usage: botanical

1. present participle of sucker: producing suckers or shoots from the base or roots
Usage: botanical
2. present participle of sucker: deceiving or tricking someone
Usage: informal

Examples

• The gardener removed the suckering growth from around the rose bush.
• Proper pruning prevents excessive suckering in fruit trees.
• The lilac bush was suckering heavily after being cut back.
• He spent the morning removing the suckering shoots from the apple tree.
• The salesman was suckering customers into buying extended warranties.
• She realized he was suckering her with false promises.