gardening

American  

[gahrd-ning] / ˈgɑrd nɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of cultivating or tending a garden.

2. the work or art of a gardener.

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ˈgardening British  

/ ˈɡɑːdənɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. the planning and cultivation of a garden

   2. ( as modifier )

      gardening gloves

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Etymology

Origin of gardening

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

Example Sentences

Then they added cardboard and a thick layer of mulch, using a no-dig gardening method called sheet mulching.

From Los Angeles Times

I think people will be very bored with screen time in 20 years, so we will have moved back to fishing, reading books, gardening, playing real guitars and pianos, taking walks, and enjoying family cookouts.

From The Wall Street Journal

He will have to serve a period of 'gardening leave' before joining another team, the length of which will have to be negotiated between himself, Audi and potentially a future employer.

From BBC

Whether you love gardening or simply enjoy beautiful landscapes and meeting other plant lovers, these tours offer plenty of ideas you can use long after your visit.

From Los Angeles Times

Warner recommends checking outdoor areas carefully before gardening or reaching into brush or firewood piles.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• cultivation
• landscaping
• planting