- present participle of garden.
noun
Etymology
Origin of gardening
Example Sentences
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Researchers, gardening experts and horticulturists offered some guidance on the handling, recultivation and cleanup that can keep you and your garden in good health.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026
Today, she says everyday activities such as gardening and riding a stationary bicycle are far more enjoyable because of the reduction in pain.
From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026
Almost every park in the area has a friends association in charge of gardening and cleanup.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
"I said, 'no, I got documents to be here in South Africa'. They didn't want to know," said Baloyi, who has been in the country for nearly 16 years working in construction and gardening.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
He’d bent toward Clare when he was gardening nearby.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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