biodynamic

adjective

bio·​dy·​nam·​ic ˌbī-(ˌ)ō-di-ˈna-mik How to pronounce biodynamic (audio)
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1
: of or relating to a system of farming that follows a sustainable, holistic approach which uses only organic, usually locally-sourced materials for fertilizing and soil conditioning, views the farm as a closed, diversified ecosystem, and often bases farming activities on lunar cycles
biodynamic practices
… these wines are distinctive and delicious. And … an increasing number of them are made from organic grapes or according to biodynamic principals, only deepening their purity and unique sense of place.Wine Spectator
The shop features plants, herb seasonings, and herb teas all grown on the property by means of biodynamic methods.Anthony Hitchcock and Jean Lindgren
2
: grown by or utilizing biodynamic farming
biodynamic vegetables
a biodynamic vineyard
biodynamically adverb
cultivated biodynamically
biodynamics noun, plural in form but singular in construction
To proponents of biodynamics, the soil is not just a medium in which living things grow; the soil is itself a living organism. Bill St. John

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Founded in 1882 and acquired by the Novak family in 1972, Spottswoode has been farmed organically since 1985, transitioned to biodynamic farming in 2008, and received Regenerative Organic farming certification in 2022. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 29 July 2025 The wines, produced using biodynamic practices, are renowned throughout the world and have maintained levels of consistent quality under her guidance. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025 This service focuses exclusively on natural wines that are grown using organic, biodynamic vineyard practices. Betty Gold Kider, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 May 2025 Regardless of status, producers have deepened their commitment to the region by converting to more sustainable, organic, and biodynamic farming practices. Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for biodynamic

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of biodynamic was in 1937

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“Biodynamic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biodynamic. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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