Definition

A person who is skilled in growing or caring for plants, often working as a gardener or horticulturist.

Example

The plantsman carefully tended to the garden, ensuring each flower received the right amount of sunlight and water.

Conversation

I met this amazing plantsman at the garden center yesterday.

Oh really? What does he specialize in?

He knows so much about rare plants and how to care for them.

That sounds fascinating! I’d love to learn from someone like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plantsman → It is formed from "plant" (from Old English *plante*, meaning a young tree or seed) and "-sman" (meaning a person who). A plantsman is a person who specializes in the cultivation and care of plants.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who is skilled in growing and caring for 'plants' — that's what a plantsman is.

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