cultivation

noun

cul·​ti·​va·​tion ˌkəl-tə-ˈvā-shən 

1

: culture, refinement

2

: the act or art of cultivating or tilling

Synonyms

• accomplishment
• civilization
• couth
• culture
• polish
• refinement

Examples of cultivation in a Sentence

people of cultivation appreciate the special experience that only live theater can provide

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Word History

First Known Use

1553, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing cultivation

• co-cultivation
• self-cultivation

Kids Definition

cultivation

noun

cul·​ti·​va·​tion ˌkəl-tə-ˈvā-shən 

1

: the act or art of cultivating especially the soil

2

: refinement sense 2

Medical Definition

cultivation

noun

cul·​ti·​va·​tion ˌkəl-tə-ˈvā-shən 

: culture sense 2