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grower

American  
[groh-er] / ˈgroʊ ər /

noun

  1. a person who grows something.

    He is a grower of flowers and vegetables.

  2. a person or thing that grows in a certain way.

    This plant is a quick grower.


ˈgrower British  
/ ˈɡrəʊə /

noun

  1. a person who grows plants

    a vegetable grower

  2. a plant that grows in a specified way

    a fast grower

  3. a piece of music that is initially unimpressive but becomes more enjoyable after further hearings

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of grower

First recorded in 1555–65; grow + -er 1

Example Sentences

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While hosting health fairs across Los Angeles County, Releford began incorporating farmers markets into the events, working with Black growers to increase access to fresh produce in neighborhoods where it was often limited.

From Los Angeles Times

Changing weather patterns have caused frustration for the sector in recent years, which has led to some growers warning of shortages and price rises.

From BBC

But a lot of Rayong is still rural, home to farmers and fruit growers.

From BBC

The 42‑year‑old credits Sahyadri Farms, a cooperative launched in 2011 by 110 small growers, which helps members cut costs and gain access to markets.

From Barron's

Even with that money, corn growers are expected to be in the red again in 2026, industry estimates show.

From The Wall Street Journal