Agronomy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈɡɹɒnəmi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Agronomy is a noun meaning The science of utilizing plants, animals and soils for food, fuel, feed, and fiber and more. To do this effectively and sustainably, agronomy encompasses work in the areas of plant genetics, plant physiology, meteorology, animal sciences and soil science.
Meaning
The science of utilizing plants, animals and soils for food, fuel, feed, and fiber and more. To do this effectively and sustainably, agronomy encompasses work in the areas of plant genetics, plant physiology, meteorology, animal sciences and soil science.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: husbandry
Word Forms
- agronomies
Synonyms for agronomy
Depending on context, synonyms include husbandry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include agricultural, agriculture, agrarian, agrology, agronomics, agrobiology.
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