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gardening

/ˈɡɑːd.nɪŋ/

[/ˈɡɑːd.nɪŋ/]

tending a garden

Beginnernoun

Definition

The activity of growing and caring for plants in a garden.

Example

Gardening kept her calm and busy, and the vegetables she grew tasted far better than shop ones.

Gardening kept her calm and busy, and the vegetables she grew tasted far better than shop ones.

Etymology

From 'garden' (Old North French 'gardin'), of Germanic origin.

How & Where It’s Used

A popular hobby and chore involving planting, weeding, and watering.

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