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biodynamic

American  
[bahy-oh-dahy-nam-ik] / ˌbaɪ oʊ daɪˈnæm ɪk /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the science of biodynamics.

    a biodynamic examination of avian flight.

  2. of or relating to the practice of agricultural biodynamics.

    our third year of biodynamic gardening.

  3. grown or produced by agricultural biodynamics.

    searching the roadside stands for biodynamic peppers and sweet corn.


Etymology

Origin of biodynamic

First recorded in 1900–05; bio- ( def. ) + dynamic ( def. )

Example Sentences

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"Chapoutier has been making wine for more than 200 years, very terroir driven, and biodynamic," he says.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2025

While winegrowing using organic or biodynamic principles may in some cases promote greater sustainability, these account for only six per cent of vineyards.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2024

Pullin suggested it might have been inspired by the work of the German esoteric philosopher and biodynamic farming pioneer Rudolph Steiner, who claimed that cow horns had “astral-ethereal formative powers.”

From Seattle Times • Dec. 24, 2023

“On point” sounds vague, but it’s specific: It refers to the right biodynamic body positions to carry out powerful, precision-targeted tasks.

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2023

The Winter Solstice Ritual Kit from Ace of Cups features two biodynamic wines paired with crystals and intentional rituals to help you navigate the solstice.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2022