planting

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noun

plant·​ing ˈplan-tiŋ How to pronounce planting (audio)
Synonyms of plantingnext
: an area where plants are grown for commercial or decorative purposes
also : the plants grown in such an area

planting

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present participle of plant entry 1

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Then in 1857, the regime of Emperor Napoleon III ordered the planting of maritime pines to drain the bogs of southwestern France. — Michael Finnegan, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 Slate chips replace the usual bark or mulch, and layered plantings, custom window boxes and a medallion set into the rear of the fireplace show the same level of care found indoors. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Saffron planting Reece Bailey Researchers also tested saffron under semi-transparent photovoltaic panels that provided 40% shade. — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 Léon oversaw the vineyard planting, expansion of the wine cellar, aging process, and staff training. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for planting

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First Known Use

Noun

1535, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of planting was in 1535

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“Planting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planting. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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