Meaning of the word cultivator in English

What does cultivator mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cultivator

US /ˈkʌl.tə.veɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈkʌl.tɪ.veɪ.tə/
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Noun

1.

a mechanical implement for breaking up the soil and removing weeds

Example:
The farmer used a cultivator to prepare the field for planting.
Modern cultivators can cover large areas of land quickly.
2.

a person or thing that grows or fosters the growth of something

Example:
He was a cultivator of rare orchids.
She is a cultivator of young talent in the arts.