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gardening

American  
[gahrd-ning] / ˈgɑrd nɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act of cultivating or tending a garden.

  2. the work or art of a gardener.

ˈgardening British  
/ ˈɡɑːdənɪŋ /

noun

    1. the planning and cultivation of a garden

    2. ( as modifier )

      gardening gloves
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Etymology

Origin of gardening

First recorded in 1570–80; garden + -ing 1

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Exercises which strengthen the muscles include yoga, lifting weights, tai chi, sit-ups, energetic gardening and carrying heavy shopping bags.

From BBC

A Mercedes statement said Owen would leave "after assuring the transition to his successor" and then have a period of gardening leave.

From BBC

Her set of gardening tools were props, used in her private theater.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We got a donation of a couple maple trees from a local gardening place. We need to throw some compost down to help them get started.”

From Literature

Walking or biking to work, along with everyday activities such as gardening or cleaning, can also contribute.

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