Meaning & Definition of word "Planting"

Planting

/ˈplæntɪŋ/

1. The act or process of putting seeds or plants in the ground to grow.
- Example: The planting of trees in the park improved the area's air quality.
2. A place where plants are cultivated.
- Example: The botanical garden featured a beautiful planting of exotic flowers.
3. The act of establishing something, such as an idea or a habit, in someone's mind.
- Example: Her speech aimed at the planting of optimism in the minds of the audience.

1. To place seeds or plants in the soil so that they can grow.
- Example: We will be planting tomato seeds in the garden this weekend.
2. To establish something firmly in a particular place.
- Example: He is planting the flag on top of the mountain to mark the achievement.

From Old English 'plantian', meaning to set or place in the ground.

planting seeds:

Initiating a process that may develop into something larger.

planting a garden:

Creating a space for growing various plants.

planting ideas:

Introducing concepts for others to consider.

gardening:

The practice of cultivating and managing a garden.

agriculture:

The science or practice of farming.

botany:

The study of plants.

Meaning: To lay down roots in a new area.

Example Sentence: He’s planting in the city after moving for a job.

Meaning: To introduce something new or to establish a presence.

Example Sentence: She’s planting the new idea in the meeting.