Definition of arboretum
arboretums
orarboreta
play \-ˈrē-tə\: a place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes
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Other amenities would include a dog park at the south end of the 7.6-acre property and outdoor grilling areas, a disc golf course and an arboretum at the north end of the property.
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In August, the arboretum will be hosting a meeting for scientists and researchers to swap expertise and findings about oak trees in the Midwest.
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Besides the arboretum’s teaching nursery, rock purslane can be found in many large nurseries and home centers.
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The arboretum is currently used as a place of worship by parishioners of St. Callistus until the renovation of Christ Cathedral is completed.
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Think about that while enjoying a trip to your local zoo or arboretum — the most biodiverse places that ever existed on Earth.
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Origin and Etymology of arboretum
New Latin, from Latin, plantation of trees, from arbor
First Known Use: 1796
ARBORETUM Defined for English Language Learners
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: a place where trees and plants are grown in order to be studied or seen by the public
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arboretums
orarboreta
\-ˈrē-tə\: a place where trees and plants are grown to be studied
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