# landscaping

/ˈɫænˌskeɪpɪŋ/ (US) · /lˈændskeɪpɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/landscaping
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

the work of changing the appearance of an area of land by planting trees, flowers, or grass. It often involves making a garden or park look more attractive.

For teachers: the process of modifying the visible features of an area of land, including living elements such as flora or fauna, and natural or human-made elements like terrain and structures.

## Examples

- The new office building features beautiful landscaping with native plants.
- The homeowners spent several thousand dollars on professional landscaping to improve their property's curb appeal before putting the house on the market.
- Modern urban planning increasingly integrates sustainable landscaping to manage stormwater runoff while providing aesthetic green spaces for the local community.

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