Horticulture: meaning, definitions and examples

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horticulture

 

[ ˈhɔːrtɪˌkʌltʃər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study of gardening

Horticulture is the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants. It involves plant cultivation, propagation, breeding, and the production of crops.

Synonyms

agriculture, cultivation, gardening.

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Word Description / Examples
horticulture

Refers to the art or practice of garden cultivation and management, focusing on growing flowers, fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.

  • She studied horticulture in college to improve urban green spaces.
  • The city's horticulture department is responsible for maintaining public parks.
gardening

The activity of tending and growing plants for aesthetic or functional purposes, often in a personal or hobbyist context, such as a home garden.

  • She spends her weekends gardening, planting new flowers and vegetables.
  • Gardening is a relaxing hobby for many people.
cultivation

Generally refers to the process of preparing and using land for crops or gardening. It can also imply growing certain skills or qualities.

  • The cultivation of organic vegetables is becoming more popular.
  • Fine wine cultivation requires careful attention to detail.
agriculture

Encompasses the science, art, and practice of farming, including the cultivation of soil, growing of crops, and rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products.

  • Modern agriculture has significantly increased food production.
  • The region relies heavily on agriculture for its economy.

Examples of usage

  • Horticulture includes activities such as planting, pruning, and watering.
  • The horticulture industry plays a vital role in providing fresh produce to the market.
  • Many people enjoy horticulture as a hobby, cultivating their own gardens.
  • In horticulture, knowledge of plant biology and soil management is essential.
  • Botanical gardens often showcase a wide variety of horticultural specimens.

Translations

Translations of the word "horticulture" in other languages:

🇵🇹 horticultura

🇮🇳 उद्यानिकी

🇩🇪 Gartenbau

🇮🇩 hortikultura

🇺🇦 садівництво

🇵🇱 ogrodnictwo

🇯🇵 園芸学 (engeigaku)

🇫🇷 horticulture

🇪🇸 horticultura

🇹🇷 bahçecilik

🇰🇷 원예학 (wonyehak)

🇸🇦 البستنة

🇨🇿 zahradnictví

🇸🇰 záhradníctvo

🇨🇳 园艺 (yuányì)

🇸🇮 vrtnarstvo

🇮🇸 garðyrkja

🇰🇿 бау-бақша шаруашылығы

🇬🇪 მებაღეობა

🇦🇿 bağçılıq

🇲🇽 horticultura

Etymology

The term 'horticulture' originated from the Latin words 'hortus' meaning garden and 'cultura' meaning cultivation. It has been a practice dating back to ancient civilizations where people cultivated plants for food, medicine, and beauty. Over time, horticulture has evolved into a scientific discipline encompassing various aspects of plant cultivation and management.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,286, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.