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Plantation Definition & Meaning

plantation
noun
  1. an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas)
  2. a newly established colony (especially in the colonization of North America); "the practice of sending convicted criminals to serve on the Plantations was common in the 17th century"
  3. garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth

"Plantation" in song lyrics

See how plantation is used in real songs:

  • "Bust my gun on the devil's plantation"
    9th Prince f/ Islord — Lyrical Disaster
  • "If you're workin' from nine to five on the old plantation"
    Above the Law f/ Kokane — Uncle Sam's Curse
  • "Can't lift they mindstate off the plantation"
    Boogiemonsters — Bodya

Usage tips for "plantation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "plantation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for plantation to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does plantation mean?
an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas) a newly established colony (especially in the colonization of North America); "the practice of sending convicted criminals to serve on the Plantations was common in the 17th century" garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth
What part of speech is plantation?
Plantation is a noun.
How many definitions does plantation have?
Plantation has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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