agriculturists
|ag/ri/cul/tur/ists|
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/ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərɪsts/
(agriculturist)
agriculture expert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agriculturist' originates from the Latin 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 'agriculturist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who cultivates the land', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals who are experts in the science, art, and business of cultivating soil, producing crops, and raising livestock; farmers.
Agriculturists play a crucial role in ensuring food security.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45