agricultural
|ag/ri/cul/tur/al|
B2
/ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl/
related to farming
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agricultural' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'agricultura', where 'agri-' meant 'field' and 'cultura' meant 'cultivation'.
Historical Evolution
'agricultura' transformed into the French word 'agriculture', and eventually became the modern English word 'agricultural' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'field cultivation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to farming and agriculture'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the science, art, or practice of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock.
The agricultural sector is vital for the country's economy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39