Planting (Noun)
Meaning 1
Putting seeds or young plants in the ground to grow; "the planting of corn is hard work".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The farmer spent all morning on the planting of the new vegetable garden.
- She carefully handled the delicate seedlings during the planting process to avoid damaging their roots.
- The community came together for a tree-planting ceremony to commemorate Earth Day.
- The ancient civilization's sophisticated irrigation system allowed for successful planting of crops in the arid desert.
- The nursery specializes in the planting and care of rare and exotic orchids.
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Meaning 2
A collection of plants (trees or shrubs or flowers) in a particular area; "the landscape architect suggested a small planting in the northwest corner".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The garden designer created a beautiful planting of roses and lavender in the front yard.
- A new planting of native grasses and wildflowers was installed along the highway.
- The planting of trees and shrubs on the hillside helped to prevent erosion and soil sedimentation into the nearby stream.
- The community garden featured a vibrant planting of vegetables and herbs managed by a team of local volunteers.
- The landscape architect suggested a small planting in the northwest corner of the office courtyard to provide shade and visual interest.
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Meaning 3
The act of fixing firmly in place; "he ordered the planting of policemen outside every doorway".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.