horticulture

noun
UK: /ˌhɔː.tɪˈkʌl.tʃər/
US: /ˌhɔːr.t̬əˈkʌl.tʃɚ/

  1. The art or science of cultivating gardens, including the growing of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.

    1. She studies horticulture at college.
    2. His passion for horticulture led him to establish a successful landscaping company.

  2. The branch of agriculture concerned with the intensive cultivation of plants for human use.

    1. Horticulture is important for food.
    2. Modern horticulture employs advanced techniques to improve crop yields.
horticulture adjective

  1. Relating to the cultivation of plants, gardens, fruits, vegetables and flowers.

    1. It is a horticulture business.
    2. The horticulture industry is facing challenges due to climate change and labor shortages.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "horticulture" in English means: The art or science of cultivating gardens, including the growing of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants., The branch of agriculture concerned with the intensive cultivation of plants for human use..

The phonetic transcription of "horticulture" is /ˌhɔː.tɪˈkʌl.tʃər/ in British English and /ˌhɔːr.t̬əˈkʌl.tʃɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

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