B2 verb Neutre

botanical

/bəˈtæn.ɪ.kəl/

Relating to the scientific study of plants or derived from plants. It describes things connected to botany, such as research, specific garden types, or natural ingredients in products.

Exemples

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1

I bought a botanical soap that smells like lavender and mint.

I bought a plant-based soap that smells like lavender and mint.

2

The foundation provides grants for botanical preservation in tropical rainforests.

The foundation provides grants for the preservation of plant life in tropical rainforests.

3

We spent the whole afternoon chilling at the botanical garden.

We spent the whole afternoon relaxing at the plant-focused garden.

Famille de mots

Nom
botany
Adverbe
botanically
Adjectif
botanical
Apparenté
botanist
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Botany' (the study of plants) + 'Natural'. If it is green, grows in soil, and is scientific, it is botanical.

Quiz rapide

The city's _____ garden is home to over 5,000 species of rare and exotic plants.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : botanical

Exemples

1

I bought a botanical soap that smells like lavender and mint.

everyday

I bought a plant-based soap that smells like lavender and mint.

2

The foundation provides grants for botanical preservation in tropical rainforests.

formal

The foundation provides grants for the preservation of plant life in tropical rainforests.

3

We spent the whole afternoon chilling at the botanical garden.

informal

We spent the whole afternoon relaxing at the plant-focused garden.

4

Botanical specimens collected in the 19th century are still used for genetic research.

academic

Plant samples collected in the 1800s are still used for genetic research.

5

Our new beverage line features a unique blend of botanical extracts.

business

Our new drink line features a unique mix of plant-derived substances.

Famille de mots

Nom
botany
Adverbe
botanically
Adjectif
botanical
Apparenté
botanist

Collocations courantes

botanical garden a place where plants are grown for scientific study and public display
botanical extract a substance obtained from a plant for use in medicine or cosmetics
botanical illustration a detailed, scientific drawing of a plant
botanical research the scientific study of plant life
botanical source the specific plant origin of a material

Phrases Courantes

botanical garden

a park dedicated to the collection and display of plants

botanical name

the scientific Latin name given to a plant species

botanical origin

coming from a plant source rather than a chemical one

Souvent confondu avec

botanical vs biological

Biological refers to all living organisms (plants and animals), while botanical refers specifically to plants.

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Notes d'usage

The term is almost always used as an adjective before a noun. While 'botanic' is an alternative, 'botanical' is the much more common form in modern English.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'botanic' when 'botanical garden' is the fixed proper name for a location, and sometimes confuse it with 'herbal', which usually implies medicinal or culinary use.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Botany' (the study of plants) + 'Natural'. If it is green, grows in soil, and is scientific, it is botanical.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek word 'botane', which means 'grass', 'herb', or 'pasture'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an attributive adjective (placed before the noun). It is a non-gradable adjective; something is either botanical or it is not (rarely used with 'very').
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Contexte culturel

Botanical gardens are historically significant institutions in many Western cities, originally founded for medicinal research and now serving as key sites for conservation and public education.

Quiz rapide

The city's _____ garden is home to over 5,000 species of rare and exotic plants.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : botanical

Mots lis

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C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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