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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.

gardening 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

Example Sentences

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In its idiosyncratic way, “This Is a Gardening Show” ranks among them.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Gardening just made sense for me to learn how to grow food and eat it sustainably.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Gardening podcaster and BBC presenter Thordis Fridriksson, meanwhile, is hopeful that any interest in gardening is a good thing.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2025

Gardening isn’t about perfection, it’s about exploration and discovery.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024

Gardening is now firmly linked with the super poisons.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

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