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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Aphros Wine, located in the Vinho Verde wine region an hour drive north of Porto and a half hour inland from the Atlantic Ocean produces some 15 biodynamic wines. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025 While Domaine du Cellier aux Moines is currently the only estate in Givry that is certified biodynamic, Marko and Pascal are inspiring others in the region to jump on the bandwagon as well. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2025 At Sterrekopje Farm, guests are invited to slow down through biodynamic farming, communal feasts, and holistic rituals. Erina Pinar, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2025 Some retreats have biodynamic gardening courses or include working on biodynamic farms. Jp Shaffer, Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for biodynamic

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 10 Sep. 2025.

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