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people of cultivation appreciate the special experience that only live theater can provide
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Chateau St Jean 2023 Carneros Chardonnay The Carneros Chardonnay flourishes in a cool climate with moderate temperatures, maritime winds, and daily coastal fog, creating an ideal microclimate for grape cultivation.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
She was tasked with traveling throughout Mexico to learn about the country’s culture, including agave cultivation.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024
Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey is produced in partnership with local Maryland farmers and emphasizes sustainable rye cultivation.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
Plan to continue the cultivation practice weekly for an entire growing season or even two to vanquish stinging nettle with this method.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1553, in the meaning defined at sense 2
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“Cultivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cultivation. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
cultivation
noun
cul·ti·va·tion
ˌkəl-tə-ˈvā-shən
1
: the act or art of cultivating especially the soil
Medical Definition
cultivation
noun
cul·ti·va·tion
ˌkəl-tə-ˈvā-shən
More from Merriam-Webster on cultivation
Nglish: Translation of cultivation for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of cultivation for Arabic Speakers
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