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Definition of hydroponics

hydroponics

/ˌhaɪdrəˈpɑːnɪks/
hy · dro · pon · ics
Adverb:hydroponically
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Adjective:hydroponic
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hydroponics Lexical Profile

hydroponics Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The process or science of growing plants without soil by using mineral nutrient solutions in an aqueous solvent, often supported by an inert medium such as gravel, perlite, or rockwool.

Example

"Urban farmers increasingly rely on hydroponics to cultivate fresh leafy greens indoors throughout the winter."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although ending in '-s', 'hydroponics' is an uncountable noun that takes a singular verb (e.g., 'Hydroponics is an efficient method of farming').

• Rhymes for hydroponics

• Nearby Words

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hydrotherapy
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1937 by American plant physiologist William Frederick Gericke from the Ancient Greek 'hydor' (meaning 'water') and 'ponos' (meaning 'labor' or 'toil'), literally translating to 'water-working'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hydroponics. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hydroponics
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