cultivar

noun

cul·​ti·​var ˈkəl-tə-ˌvär How to pronounce cultivar (audio)
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: an organism and especially one of an agricultural or horticultural variety or strain originating and persistent under cultivation

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That’s because its long-lasting, masculine aroma gives scents structure, warmth, and depth—and there’s plenty of variance between and among its cultivars. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025 Many hybrids and cultivars including 'Snow Crystals' and Snow Princess (Lobularia hybrid 'Inlbusnopr') are more tolerant of Southern heat. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025 Several cultivars are available. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025 The are folks who are doing agriculture right, participating in and supporting the grower community and, most importantly, conserving rare cultivars with intention and care. Kim Westerman, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cultivar

Word History

Etymology

cultivated + variety

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cultivar was in 1923

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“Cultivar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cultivar. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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