agricultural — relating to farming and the cultivation of crops or the rearing of animals
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to farming and the cultivation of crops or the rearing of animals
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandpa thinks smartphones are agricultural tools because he uses farming apps all day.
- The agricultural exhibition showcased the latest farming innovations.
- South Korea has transformed from an agricultural society to an industrial powerhouse.
agricultural
ADJECTIVE[/ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəl/]
relating to farming and the cultivation of crops or the rearing of animals
Farmer engaged in agricultural activities
Agricultural hands create sculptural art that bridges cultural hearts
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'agricultura', a compound of 'ager' (field) and 'cultura' (cultivation, tending). Ancient Romans systematized the practice of tilling land and cultivating crops, creating this term to describe the organized management of agricultural activities.
Breakdown
ager (field) + cultura (cultivation, to tend) + -al (adjective suffix forming descriptive terms related to a domain or practice).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandpa thinks smartphones are agricultural tools because he uses farming apps all day.”
“The agricultural exhibition showcased the latest farming innovations.”
“South Korea has transformed from an agricultural society to an industrial powerhouse.”
“The agricultural college students learned that carrots don't actually improve your eyesight - that was just WWII propaganda.”
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