cultivation (EN)

noun

noun “cultivation”

1. the process of preparing land and growing crops on it
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   The cultivation of rice is a major economic activity in the region.
2. the act of loosening or turning soil to improve its condition or remove weeds
   Regular cultivation of the garden helps prevent weeds from taking over.
3. the state of land being used to grow crops
   Only a small portion of the land is in cultivation, while the rest is forest.
4. the act of developing a skill, quality, or interest through attention and effort
   The cultivation of patience is important in learning a musical instrument.
5. refinement and sophistication in taste, manners, and cultural activities
   He is a man of cultivation, well-versed in literature and the arts.