Meaning & use
landscaping
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The activity of altering the features of a garden or outdoor area to make it more attractive, often by planting, grading, or adding structures.
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The new owners spent the spring on landscaping, adding a stone path and flower beds.
The office park's landscaping includes rows of maple trees along the walkways.
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Landscaping refers to the design and shaping of outdoor space as a whole, not just planting individual plants.
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