English Reference

Word

landscaped

Phoneticsland·scaped

US/ˈɫændˌskeɪpt/

UK/lˈændskeɪpt/

Definition

v. to design and arrange the plants, trees, and other features in a garden or park. You do this to make the outdoor area look nice and organized.

v. to design and arrange the features of an outdoor area, such as plants, trees, and structures, to achieve a specific aesthetic or functional purpose.

Examples

“The gardener landscaped the front yard with colorful flowers.”

“After the new house was built, the owners hired a professional to landscaped the garden with native shrubs and a small pond.”

“The architect's plan included a beautifully landscaped courtyard that served as a peaceful retreat for the residents while also providing natural insulation for the building.”

Examples

simple

“The gardener landscaped the front yard with colorful flowers.”

contextual

“After the new house was built, the owners hired a professional to landscaped the garden with native shrubs and a small pond.”

complex

“The architect's plan included a beautifully landscaped courtyard that served as a peaceful retreat for the residents while also providing natural insulation for the building.”

Real-World Examples

“The gardens at Sigiriya are not only the best-preserved water gardens in South Asia but some of the oldest landscaped gardens in the world.”
BBC · 6 Dec 2021

This entry

Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
Updated

Scan code

englishreference.com/q/landscaped

English Reference