Meaning & use
Hydroponically
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In a manner involving the growing of plants in nutrient-rich water rather than soil.
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The lettuce sold at the market is grown hydroponically in a local greenhouse.
Farmers are increasingly cultivating tomatoes hydroponically to save water and space.
A note on using this word
From Greek 'hydro' (water) and 'ponos' (labor), hydroponic growing allows crops to be cultivated indoors year-round with precise control over nutrients.
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