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Meaning of planting

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

planting

Pronunciation:/ˈplɑːntɪŋ//ˈplæntɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To place (a seed or plant) in soil or other substrate in order that it may live and grow.

  2. To place (an object, or sometimes a person), often with the implication of intending deceit.

    Example: That gun's not mine! It was planted there by the real murderer!

  3. To place or set something firmly or with conviction.

    Example: Plant your feet firmly and give the rope a good tug.

  4. To place in the ground.

noun

Definitions

  1. A plant (or clipping) that has been freshly planted.

    Example: Take one of the plantings over as a house-warming gift.

  2. The act of setting a plant in the ground for growth.

  3. A plantation.