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City Garden

/ˈsɪti ˈɡɑːrdən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A garden located within a city, often used for public enjoyment and recreation.

    "The city garden provided a peaceful retreat from the bustling streets."
  2. 2

    A small plot of land in an urban area where flowers, vegetables, or other plants are cultivated.

    "Many residents have started their own city gardens to grow fresh produce."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'city garden' combines 'city', derived from the Latin 'civitas', meaning 'citizenship' or 'city', and 'garden', from Old French 'gardin', which traces back to the Latin 'hortus', meaning 'enclosed space'. The phrase evolved to describe green spaces within urban environments, reflecting a growing appreciation for nature in city planning since the 19th century.

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