Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

green-thumb

noun

/ɡriːn θʌm/

Definition

A natural ability to grow and care for plants.

Examples

My grandmother has a green-thumb; her garden is always full of beautiful flowers.
After years of practice, I finally developed a green-thumb and can grow my own vegetables.
Many people visit the local botanical garden to learn tips from those with a green-thumb.

Meaning

Having a green-thumb means you are skilled at gardening and keeping plants healthy. People with a green-thumb seem to have a special connection with plants that enables them to help them thrive.