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Cultivation

/ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən/ · noun

Meaning

The art or act of cultivating (improvement of land for or by agriculture), as:.

Definitions by Sense

  1. The art or act of cultivating (improvement of land for or by agriculture), as:
  2. The state of being cultivated or used for agriculture
  3. Devotion of time or attention to the improvement of (something)
  4. Advancement or refinement in physical, intellectual, or moral condition

Example Sentences

These fields are in cultivation.
His steadfast cultivation of their relationship finally bore fruit.
She is a woman of great cultivation.

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Antonyms for cultivation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does cultivation mean?

Cultivation means The art or act of cultivating (improvement of land for or by agriculture), as:.

What is a synonym for cultivation?

Common synonyms include tillage, refinement, culture, education.

What is the opposite of cultivation?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use cultivation in a sentence?

These fields are in cultivation.

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