green thumb

noun

: an unusual ability to make plants grow
green-thumbed
ˈgrēn-ˈthəmd How to pronounce green thumb (audio)
adjective

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But most green thumb gardeners agree that one time of day is more beneficial for watering than others. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025 The plant shop is also perfect for loved ones with a green thumb, with gifts like yellow orchids and pink anthuriums. — Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 22 Jan. 2025 Lego Icons Plum Blossom For older Lego fans, or even people who haven’t honed their green thumbs, the botanicals kits are hugely popular. — Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024 The Smart Garden offers a low-maintenance way to cultivate your green thumb. — Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 1 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for green thumb

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1937, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of green thumb was in 1937

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green thumb

noun
: an unusual ability to make plants grow
green-thumbed
ˈgrēn-ˈthəmd
adjective
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