Horticulture
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɔː.tɪˌkʌl.tʃə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Horticulture is a noun meaning The art or science of cultivating gardens; gardening.
Meaning
The art or science of cultivating gardens; gardening.
More Meanings
- Small-scale agriculture.
Example Sentences
Let any one compare the fruit of one of the largest varieties exhibited at our Shows with that of the wild wood strawberry, or, which will be a fairer comparison, with the somewhat larger fruit of the wild American Virginian Strawberry, and he will see what prodigies horticulture has effected.
Word Forms
- horticultures
Synonyms for horticulture
Depending on context, synonyms include gardening.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gardening, garden, forestry, landscaping, plant, nursery.
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