cultivation in WordNet English dictionary

1. (agriculture) production of food by preparing the land to grow crops (especially on a large scale)
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2. socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners
   "her cultivation was remarkable"
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3. the act of raising or growing plants (especially on a large scale)
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4. the process of fostering the growth of something
   "the cultivation of bees for honey"
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5. a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
   "they performed with great polish"; "I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose"; "almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art"--Joseph Conrad
   polish  refinement  culture  cultivation  finish