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gardeners

n. plural-only
A2 Elementary US //ˈɡɑɹdənɝz// UK //ɡˈɑːdənəz// gar·den·ers

n. people who spend time looking after plants, flowers, and trees in a garden. They might do this as a hobby or as their professional job.

n. plural form of 'gardener'; refers to individuals who cultivate or maintain a plot of ground where plants are grown. Often used to describe both amateur hobbyists and professional landscapers.


SIMPLE

The gardeners plant new flowers every spring.

CONTEXTUAL

Local gardeners gathered at the community center to swap seeds and share tips for growing organic vegetables.

COMPLEX

Professional gardeners often recommend testing the soil acidity before selecting specific shrubs to ensure the plants thrive in their new environment.

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Usage

As a plural noun, it takes a plural verb agreement.

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