Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
horticultor
Noun
/hɔːr.tɪˈkʌl.tʃər/
Definition
A horticulturist is a person who specializes in the art and science of growing fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, sprouts, mushrooms, algae, flowers, seaweeds, and non-food plants.
Examples
- As a horticultor, she spends her days planning and planting the community vegetable garden.
- He studied hard to become a horticultor and share his passion for botany with others.
- The horticultor recommended various flowers that thrive in sunny conditions.
Meaning
The term ‘horticultor’ signifies a professional involved in horticulture, focusing on the cultivation of garden plants and other crops.
Synonyms
- Gardener
- Plant specialist
- Greenhouse manager
- Botanist (in a broader sense)