pollination

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tion ˌpä-lə-ˈnā-shən 

: the transfer of pollen from an anther to the stigma in angiosperms or from the microsporangium to the micropyle in gymnosperms

Examples of pollination in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

When oregano flowers are in bloom, this attracts important pollinators to the garden to aid in pollination. —Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 May 2025

In some regions, the pace of change is also throwing off the delicate timing of pollination, putting plants and pollinators such as bees at risk. —Courtney McGinnis, The Conversation, 30 Apr. 2025

As beekeepers increasingly moved bees from one location to another, the process of pollination was more controlled, improving crop yields. —Scott Travers, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025

The resort maintains beehives to support pollination, provide fresh honey for its dining outlets, and offer guests an educational experience. —Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing pollination

• cross-pollination
• self-pollination

Rhymes for pollination

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

pollination

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tion ˌpäl-ə-ˈnā-shən 

: the act or process of pollinating