horticulturally
|hor-ti-cul-tur-al-ly|
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/ˌhɔːrtɪˈkʌltʃərəli/
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/ˌhɔːtɪˈkʌltʃərəli/
(horticulture)
garden cultivation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'horticulturally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'hortus,' where 'hortus' meant 'garden.'
Historical Evolution
'hortus' transformed into the French word 'horticulture,' and eventually became the modern English word 'horticulture' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to garden cultivation,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to the art or practice of garden cultivation and management.
The garden was designed horticulturally to maximize plant growth.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/24 22:06