green thumb

noun

: an unusual ability to make plants grow

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But even for those lacking a green thumb, spending a languid afternoon in these beautifully biodiverse spaces offers an invigorating way to experience nature throughout the changing seasons. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025 Mayer and his stepson both had green thumbs and enjoyed working outside together. David K. Li, NBC News, 5 Mar. 2025 This stunning display of flowers can dress up your interior with no green thumb required. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2025 According to reports, the 64-year-old is trying to develop a green thumb in hopes of pinching a few pennies after his brother, King Charles III, paid his rent. Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for green thumb

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of green thumb was in 1937

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“Green thumb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/green%20thumb. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

green thumb

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