HORTICULTURE in a Sentence

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Every man has a devouring passion in his heart, as every fruit has its worm; that of the telegraph man was horticulture.

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 Meanings and Examples of HORTICULTURE
Definition Example Sentence Classic Sentence
horticulture
 n.  cultivation of plants; the art or practice of garden cultivation and management
Classic Sentence:
1  Every man has a devouring passion in his heart, as every fruit has its worm; that of the telegraph man was horticulture.
The Count of Monte Cristo By Alexandre Dumas
Context  Highlight   In Chapter 61. How a Gardener May Get Rid of the Dormice tha...
2  Our agriculture and horticulture destroy a weed just here and there and cultivate perhaps a score or so of wholesome plants, leaving the greater number to fight out a balance as they can.
The Time Machine By H. G. Wells
Context  Highlight   In IV
Example Sentence:
1  A unique post secondary educational opportunity that blends academic ornamental horticulture studies and practical training at this school.
2  When he bought his house, he began to look for flowers and decorative shrubs, and began to read books dealing with horticultural matters.
3  The horticultural efforts of individual residents are a joy to behold, and reflect great credit on those concerned.