Definition

Related to the science of farming and the management of land for growing crops.

Example

The agronomic practices in the region have significantly improved crop yields.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new agronomic techniques they're using on the farm?

Yeah, I read an article about it — sounds really innovative!

I think understanding agronomic practices could really help improve crop yields.

Absolutely! It’s exciting to see how science can impact agriculture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Agronomic is formed from "agro-" (from Greek "agros", meaning field or land) and "nomos" (from Greek, meaning law or management). The word refers to the management or laws related to fields and agriculture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'agro-' meaning field and 'nomos' meaning management — agronomic relates to the management of fields.

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