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Home and Garden - Garden

Here you will learn some English words related to gardens such as "sprinkler", "gnome", and "birdhouse".

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bird table

a wooden platform that is located in a garden on which one can put food for birds

Ex: I placed the bird table in the garden to attract more wildlife. 
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border
border
[noun]

a narrow strip of soil used for growing flowers, shrubs, or similar plants

Ex: Tulips lined the border of the garden. 
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compost pile

a place in a garden where leaves, plants, etc. are stored, so that they can be turned to compost after they decay

Ex: The gardener added kitchen scraps to the compost pile to reduce waste and create rich soil for the garden. 
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flowerpot
flowerpot
[noun]

a container, made of plastic or clay, in which one can grow a wide variety of plants

Ex: She placed the new flowers in a colorful flowerpot on the windowsill. 
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flower bed

an area of ground planted with flowers or plants, often arranged in a decorative or artistic pattern

Ex: The flower bed in the front yard is full of bright daisies and tulips. 
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sprinkler
sprinkler
[noun]

a small device with holes that is put on the end of a hose, used for watering soil or lawns; a piece of equipment that is utilized in case a building is on fire

Ex: I turned on the sprinkler to water the garden while I was inside. 
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shrub
shrub
[noun]

a large woody plant with several main stems emerging from the ground

Ex: The garden was filled with colorful shrubs that bloomed in the spring. 
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garden bed

a defined area of soil, typically raised and enclosed, that is used for planting and growing plants

Ex: She planted a variety of flowers in her garden bed to add color to the yard. 
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watering can

a portable vessel with a long tube and a handle, used for sprinkling water on plants

Ex: She filled the watering can with water and carefully watered the flowers in the garden. 
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fountain
fountain
[noun]

a structure, often placed in a pool or lake, that pumps a long, narrow stream of water up into the air for decorative purposes

Ex: The fountain in the park was surrounded by colorful flowers. 
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gnome
gnome
[noun]

a decorative stone or plastic figure of a dwarfish creature with a pointed hat

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sprinkler system

an automated network of pipes and sprinkler heads used to water plants and vegetation in a designated area

Ex: The sprinkler system in the garden automatically waters the flowers every morning. 
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raised bed

a raised area in a garden surrounded by a wooden or stone frame, used for growing plants in

Ex: She decided to plant vegetables in a raised bed to make gardening easier on her back. 
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garden pest

any organism, such as insects, rodents, or other animals, that causes damage or harm to plants or crops in a garden or agricultural setting

Ex: The garden pest was eating the leaves of the tomato plants, leaving them damaged. 
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garden stake

a long, thin, pointed rod, usually made of wood or metal, that is used to support and train plants, such as tomato plants or climbing vines, to grow in a certain direction or stay upright

Ex: The gardener used a garden stake to support the young tomato plant. 
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grass
grass
[noun]

grass-covered area of ground, often used for lawns or fields

Ex: The children played soccer on the lush green grass. 
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gravel
gravel
[noun]

a mix of sand and small pebbles that cover the surface of some roads

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hedge
hedge
[noun]

a row of closely-planted bushes or small trees that form a boundary, particularly on the edge of a garden, road, or field

Ex: The garden was enclosed by a tall hedge that provided privacy. 
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shrubbery
shrubbery
[noun]

an area, often in a garden, where a large number of shrubs are thickly planted

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water feature

an artificial pond or a fountain that is placed in some parks or gardens to provide decoration

Ex: They installed a water feature near the entrance to make the yard feel more inviting. 
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birdhouse
birdhouse
[noun]

a small, man-made structure designed to provide a nesting place for birds

Ex: She hung a birdhouse on the tree in her backyard to attract more birds. 
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hose
hose
[noun]

a lengthy, flexible tube, made of plastic or rubber, often used in firefighting and gardening, that can direct the flow of water to the direction it is pointed at

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lawn
lawn
[noun]

an area of grass, typically in a yard or garden, that is cut and maintained at a short length

Ex: They spent the afternoon mowing the lawn to keep it looking neat and well-kept. 
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bee house
bee house
[noun]

a man-made structure that provides a safe habitat for solitary bee species to nest

Ex: The garden was buzzing with activity after I placed a bee house near the flowers. 
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garden ornament

a decorative object or structure that is placed in a garden or outdoor area to enhance its aesthetic appeal

Ex: The garden ornament in the shape of a butterfly added a touch of whimsy to the backyard. 
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rain barrel

a large outdoor container that can collect and store rainwater running off rooftops

Ex: The gardener uses a rain barrel to water the plants during the dry months. 
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compost bin

a container placed in an outdoor garden for storing organic waste so it can be turned to compost later

Ex: He placed the food scraps in the compost bin to create nutrient-rich soil for his garden. 
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vegetable garden

an area of land where edible plants, such as vegetables and herbs, are grown for personal use or sale

Ex: She spent the afternoon planting new crops in her vegetable garden. 
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picket
picket
[noun]

a slender, vertical wooden piece used as one of the upright components of a fence

Ex: The old gate was made of wooden pickets, worn and weathered by time. 
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post
post
[noun]

a sturdy pole made of metal or timber that is dug into the ground to be used as a marker or support something

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trellis
trellis
[noun]

a framework made of metal or wood bars for supporting climbing plants or fruit trees

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outdoor shower

a plumbing fixture designed for use outdoors, typically found in gardens, near pools, or in beach houses, that allows people to shower outside, often using natural light and air

Ex: On hot summer days, she enjoys using the outdoor shower to cool off. 
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garden shed

a small structure typically located in a backyard or garden area, used for storing gardening tools, equipment, supplies, and other items related to gardening or outdoor activities

Ex: He stored all his gardening tools in the garden shed. 
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arbor
arbor
[noun]

a shelter in a park or garden, that is surrounded by plants, such as climbing shrubs or vines, that people can sit under and relax

Ex: The backyard featured an arbor covered in wisteria that provided a shady nook for enjoying morning coffee. 
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