agricultural
UK: ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəl | US: ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəl
adj. relating to agriculture or farming
adj. involving or used in the cultivation of land
agricultural = agri<field, land> + cult<to till, cultivate> + ural<adjective suffix>
- agri: From Latin ager (field, land), referring to cultivated land or rural areas.
- cult: From Latin cultus (past participle of colere, meaning "to till or cultivate").
- ural: An adjectival suffix derived from Latin -alis, indicating relation or pertaining to.
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin agricultura, combining ager (field) and cultura (cultivation). It reflects humanity’s transition from nomadic life to settled farming, emphasizing the tilling (cult) of land (agri). The suffix -al later standardized it as an adjective in English, solidifying its tie to farming practices.
The region’s economy relies heavily on agricultural production.
Modern agricultural techniques have significantly increased crop yields.
She studied agricultural science to improve sustainable farming methods.
The government introduced subsidies to support agricultural development.
Ancient civilizations flourished due to advanced agricultural systems.