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Synonyms & Similar Words
gardener
horticulturist
arborist
landscaper
groundskeeper
florist
botanist
nursery owner
plant breeder
greenhouse manager
orchardist
vintner
farmer
agriculturalist
cultivator
planter
pruner
grafter
nursery worker
garden center owner
plant nursery owner
tree farmer
silviculturist
forester
conservationist
environmentalist
ecologist
biologist
naturalist
Meaning of Nurseryman
A person who grows and sells plants, especially trees and shrubs, for use in landscaping and gardening.
Definitions
- A person who owns or manages a nursery where plants are grown for sale.
- * A person who cultivates and cares for plants, especially trees and shrubs, in a nursery or garden.
Etymology of Nurseryman
The word "nurseryman" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Old French word "nourrice," meaning "nurse" or "one who nurtures," and the suffix "-man," indicating a person who performs a particular occupation.
Historically, a nurseryman was responsible for nurturing and caring for young plants, especially trees and shrubs, in a nursery or garden.
Example Uses
- The nurseryman carefully pruned the young trees to promote healthy growth.
- * The local nurseryman provided expert advice on selecting the right plants for our garden.
- * As a nurseryman, he spent most of his days tending to the plants and ensuring they were healthy and thriving.
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