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Topic: Plants

horticultural

IPA: /hɔːrˈtɪkʌltʃərəl/

KK: /hɔrˈtɪkʧərəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the practice of growing and cultivating plants, especially in gardens.

Example: She studied horticultural techniques to improve her garden's yield.

horticulturally

IPA: /hɔːrˈtɪkʌltʃərəli/

KK: /hɔrˈtɪkʌltʃərəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the science and art of growing plants, especially fruits, vegetables, and flowers.

Example: The garden was designed horticulturally to maximize the growth of various plants.

horticulture

IPA: /hɔːrˈtɪkʌltʃər/

KK: /hɔrˈtɪkʧər/

noun

Definition: The practice of growing and caring for plants, including fruits, vegetables, and flowers, often in gardens or farms.

Example: She studied horticulture to learn how to grow her own vegetables and flowers.

horticulturist

IPA: /hɔːrˈtɪkʌltʃɪst/

KK: /hɔrˈtɪkʌltʃərɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who specializes in growing and caring for plants, especially in gardens and farms.

Example: The horticulturist designed a beautiful garden filled with various flowers and vegetables.

hosta

IPA: /ˈhɒstə/

KK: /ˈhɔstə/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that has large leaves and produces tall flower spikes, commonly found in gardens and known for its beauty.

Example: The hosta in my garden blooms with beautiful purple flowers every summer.

hothouse

IPA: /ˈhɒthaʊs/

KK: /ˈhɑːthaʊs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is delicate or sensitive, often because it has been nurtured in a controlled, warm environment.

Example: The hothouse flowers were more vibrant than those grown outside.

noun

Definition: A greenhouse that is kept warm to help plants grow, especially those that need a lot of heat.

Example: The gardener decided to use a hothouse to grow tropical flowers during the winter.

transitive verb

Definition: To grow plants in a warm, controlled environment that promotes their growth, often using a greenhouse-like structure.

Example: The gardener decided to hothouse the delicate flowers to protect them from the cold weather.

houseleek

IPA: /ˈhaʊsliːk/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌlik/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that has thick, fleshy leaves and often grows in clusters, commonly found in rock gardens and known for its pink flowers.

Example: The houseleek thrives in rocky areas and adds a splash of color to the garden.

houseplant

IPA: //ˈhaʊsˌplænt//

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌplænt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is grown inside a building, usually for decoration or to improve air quality.

Example: She has several houseplants in her living room that add a touch of green to the space.

hoya

IPA: /ˈhɔɪə/

KK: /ˈhɔɪə/

noun

Definition: A type of climbing plant that has thick, waxy leaves and produces clusters of star-shaped flowers. These plants are often grown for their attractive flowers and are commonly found in tropical regions.

Example: She has a beautiful hoya plant hanging in her living room.

huckleberry

IPA: /ˈhʌkəlˌbɛri/

KK: /ˈhʌkəlˌbɛri/

noun

Definition: A type of small, edible berry that grows on certain shrubs, often found in North America. These berries are usually dark blue or black and have a slightly tart flavor.

Example: We picked huckleberries in the forest and made a delicious pie.

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