landscape architect

noun

: a person who develops land for human use and enjoyment through effective placement of structures, vehicular and pedestrian ways, and plantings
landscape architecture noun

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As one San Diego landscape architect explained, beyond toxic plants, there are predators like coyotes, bobcats and mountain lions. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026 The expo offers artisans, landscape architects, nurseries, local community services, food trucks, giveaways, a plant swap and fun activities for families. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026 Initial documents show developer KDC, architecture firm Gensler and landscape architects SWA are involved in the efforts. Nick Wooten, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026 In 1895, Tufts hired Frederick Law Olmsted, the same landscape architect behind New York City’s Central Park, to draft his vision for a healing space in the South. Caleb Silver, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for landscape architect

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First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of landscape architect was in 1863

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“Landscape architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/landscape%20architect. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

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