gardener

word

/ˈɡɑɹdənɝ/
GAR-duh-nur
/ɡˈɑːdənɐ/
GAH-duh-nuh

Definition

A person whose job or hobby is to take care of plants and gardens.

Usage & Nuances

Can refer to someone employed professionally or a hobbyist. Common collocations: "landscape gardener" (focuses on design), "head gardener" (in charge), "amateur gardener" (for fun). Usually refers to outdoor plant care, not simply houseplant owners.

Example Sentences

My uncle is a gardener.

basic

The gardener waters the flowers every morning.

basic

We hired a gardener to help with our backyard.

basic

You can always spot the gardener—muddy boots and a big smile.

natural

She’s an amazing gardener—her roses always win prizes.

natural

After retiring, he became a passionate gardener.

natural