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planting

n.
US //ˈpɫæntɪŋ// UK //plˈæntɪŋ// plant·ing
  1. 1 the act of putting plants in soil (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the activity of putting seeds, bulbs, or young plants into the earth.

    the process of sowing seeds or transplanting seedlings into a growth medium.

    Example

    Spring is the best time for the planting of new vegetables in your garden.

    Example

    The agricultural calendar dictates that planting must be completed before the arrival of the monsoon rains to ensure a viable harvest.

    Usage

    Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the seasonal activity.
  2. 2 a group of plants (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    a group of plants that have been arranged and put in the ground together.

    a specific arrangement or collection of plants in a garden or landscape.

    Example

    The park features a beautiful planting of roses and lavender near the entrance.

    Example

    The landscape architect designed a dense planting of native shrubs to provide a natural sound barrier against the nearby motorway.

    Usage

    Usually countable when referring to a specific design or area.

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