Weeding: meaning, definitions and examples

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weeding

 

[ หˆwiหdษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

gardening process

Weeding is the process of removing unwanted plants, commonly known as weeds, from a garden or cultivated area. These plants often compete with more desirable plants for nutrients, water, and light. By weeding regularly, gardeners can help ensure that their preferred plants thrive and grow healthy. This activity is not just about aesthetics; it also plays a vital role in maintaining the overall health of a garden.

Synonyms

clearing, cultivating, removing weeds

Examples of usage

  • I spent the afternoon weeding the flower beds.
  • Weeding is essential for a successful vegetable garden.
  • The garden looks much better after weeding.
  • Don't forget to do some weeding before planting new seeds.

Translations

Translations of the word "weeding" in other languages:

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเคฆเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hochzeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pernikahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตัั–ะปะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›lub

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ตๅฉšๅผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mariage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ boda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรผฤŸรผn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฐํ˜ผ์‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒูุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svatba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ svadba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฉš็คผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poroka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hjรณnaband

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏะนะปะตะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒ แƒฌแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ niลŸan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ boda

Etymology

The term 'weeding' originates from the Old English word 'wฤ“od', which refers to plants or herbs, particularly those that are wild or have undesirable characteristics. Over time, the use of 'weed' evolved to specifically denote plants that compete with cultivated crops or desirable plants. The verb 'to weed' emerged as gardeners sought to differentiate their cultivated spaces from the wild growth surrounding them. This activity has historical roots in agriculture, where early farmers recognized the negative impact of weeds on crop yields. Throughout the centuries, as gardening became more formalized and popularized, the practice of weeding evolved into both a necessity and an art form, contributing to the aesthetics and productivity of gardens. Today, weeding remains a fundamental practice for anyone involved in horticulture, landscaping, or gardening at any level.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,387, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.