gardening

[gahrd-ning]

noun

1. the act of cultivating or tending a garden.

2. the work or art of a gardener.

ˈgardening

/ ˈɡɑːdənɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the planning and cultivation of a garden

   2. ( as modifier )

      gardening gloves

Word History and Origins

Origin of gardening¹

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

Example Sentences

His mother-in-law, whose Altadena home survived the fire, wears a mask when gardening in the backyard.

From Los Angeles Times

The cabin will serve as a base for the Friends of Feltham Green, while also hosting activities ranging from gardening workshops to after-school clubs, exhibitions and community events.

From BBC

As fans of the parody British rock band will know, their original sticksman, John "Stumpy" Pepys, died in what was described in the original 1984 mockumentary as "a bizarre gardening accident".

From BBC

Internal Guard reports, meanwhile, reveal troops feeling “fatigue, confusion, and demoralization,” with one assessment comparing the mission to “just gardening.”

From Salon

Like the first instalment, series two sees Meghan share cooking, gardening and hosting tips with friends and famous guests.

From BBC

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