B1nounhomenature
US/ˈɡɑːr.dən.ɪŋ/
UK/ˈɡɑː.dən.ɪŋ/
the activity of growing plants, flowers or vegetables in a garden
In context
Gardening is her favorite way to relax after a long week.
He does a little gardening every morning before breakfast.
Gardening gloves protect your hands from thorns and dirt.
Words that go with gardening
verb + noun
- do some gardeningMy grandmother does some gardening every afternoon.
- enjoy gardeningMany retired people enjoy gardening.
adjective + noun
- organic gardeningOrganic gardening avoids chemical fertilizers.
noun + noun
- vegetable gardeningVegetable gardening saves money on food.
- gardening toolsStore your gardening tools in the shed.
adjective + preposition
- interested in gardeningHe became interested in gardening after buying a house.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I like garden on weekends.Correct: I like gardening on weekends.