Meaning & Definition of word "Gardener"

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    Gardener

    /ˈɡɑːrdənər/

    noun:

    • 1. A person who tends and cultivates a garden.
      • Example: The gardener planted a variety of flowers in the backyard.
    • 2. A person who is skilled in gardening or who practices gardening as a profession or hobby.
      • Example: She has worked as a gardener for over ten years, specializing in organic gardening.
    • 3. A person who maintains and cares for plants, whether in a private garden or a public space.
      • Example: The city hired a new gardener to take care of the public park's landscaping.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'gardinere', from garden.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    green thumb:

    Refers to a person's ability to grow plants successfully.

    backyard gardener:

    A person who grows plants in their backyard.

    community gardener:

    Someone who participates in a shared garden with a community.

    Related Words

    horticulture:

    The science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants.

    botanist:

    A scientist who studies plants.

    landscaper:

    A person who designs and arranges the features of gardens and landscapes.

    Slang Meanings of gardener

    Meaning: Dirt whisperer

    Example Sentence: He’s got a knack for plants; he's a real dirt whisperer.

    Meaning: Plant dad

    Example Sentence: Ever since he got into plants, he calls himself the plant dad.