gardener
Gardener (noun) means a person who grows and tends plants, either as a job or a hobby. Example: “The gardener trimmed the hedges before the party.”
How to use gardener
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job or hobby is looking after a garden.
Word forms
gardeners plural
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The _____ trimmed the hedges before the party.
Etymology
From Middle English gardener, borrowed from Anglo-Norman French gardinier, an occupational term built on "garden".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “gardener” mean?
The word “gardener” means a person who grows and tends plants, either as a job or a hobby. In plain terms, someone whose job or hobby is looking after a garden.
How do you pronounce “gardener”?
“Gardener” is pronounced GAHD-n-uh (/ˈɡɑɹd.n̩.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gardener” in a sentence?
Here is “gardener” used in a sentence: “The gardener trimmed the hedges before the party.”
What part of speech is “gardener”?
“Gardener” is a noun.
Where does the word “gardener” come from?
The word “gardener” comes from French. From Middle English gardener, borrowed from Anglo-Norman French gardinier, an occupational term built on "garden".
Is “gardener” a common word?
“Gardener” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.