arboriculture

[ahr-ber-i-kuhl-cher, ahr-bawr-, -bohr-]

noun

1. the cultivation of trees and shrubs.

arboriculture

/ ˈɑːbərɪˌkʌltʃə /

noun

1. the cultivation of trees or shrubs, esp for the production of timber

Other Word Forms

• arboriculturist noun
• arboricultural adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of arboriculture¹

First recorded in 1820–30; arbor ³ + (agr)iculture

Example Sentences

Catherine Nuttgens, an arboriculture specialist who led the judging, said: "The destruction of the Sycamore Gap felt so utterly senseless, but this trees of hope initiative has kept that sense of joy alive."

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Certification by either organization indicates the arborist has a degree in arboriculture, several years of experience and has passed a difficult exam.

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Ms Waring, who specialises on preparing plans for protecting trees on development sites, said jobs in arboriculture also included research, lecturing and charity campaign roles.

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Alongside an interest and pride in arboriculture, there’s another reason for Sledge to climb: The thrill.

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Certification by either organization indicates the arborist has a degree in arboriculture, several years of experience and passed a difficult exam.

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Related Words

• agriculture 
• cultivation 
• farming