hydroponics

noun

Definition of hydroponicsnext
as in aquaculture
technical a method of growing plants in water rather than in soil

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydroponics
  1. aquaculture
  2. agriculture
  3. farming
  4. gardening
  5. cultivation
  6. horticulture
Noun
  • Growing up with a forward-thinking chemist father who explored algae biofuels and sustainable aquaculture instilled in Klausmeier a profound appreciation for environmental responsibility and the power of innovation.
    Geri Stengel, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Kona Village takes its stewardship of this land seriously, with forward-thinking environmental initiatives like LEED certification, a zero-waste program, an ambitious solar farm that powers the entire resort, and on-site biologists leading guests in aquaculture projects and coral reef restoration.
    Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of aquaculture
Noun
  • Veterinarians typically hold a bachelor’s degree in biology or agriculture, and some earn a master’s or PhD, before attending four years of veterinary school.
    Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Chloe Sorvino is a staff writer who leads coverage of food, drink and agriculture.
    Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of agriculture
Noun
  • His mother, Anne-Marie Herve, came from a farming family, according to Le Pen's website.
    ANIA NUSSBAUM and ANGELINA RASCOUET Bloomberg News (TNS), arkansasonline.com, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Residents developed a robust infrastructure based on the division of land into plots with a set purpose, such as farming, housing, cooking and storage.
    Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of farming
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  • The community also embraces a sustainable lifestyle, with numerous locals engaged in farming, homesteading, and organic gardening practices, fostering a culture of self-sufficiency.
    Meghan Bernd, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Founder Nina Raj and other volunteers were collecting native seeds and other gardening items in an effort to rebuild from the devastating impact of the Altadena fires.
    Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of gardening
Noun
  • But for her, the most significant change has been the cultivation of self-love.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
  • After implementing his cultivation of leadership and integrity to the employees, Logenix was recognized as Virginia Business Best Places to Work in 2024.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of cultivation
Noun
  • Cliff's enthusiasm for the winter blooms trickled down to his son-in-law Blanding, who had briefly studied botany and horticulture prior to joining the Marines.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
  • First, measure the space where the tree will be displayed, both ceiling height and width of the area, says Bert Cregg, associate professor and extension specialist of horticulture and forestry at Michigan State University.
    George Petras, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of horticulture
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