1. the practice of preparing and using land for growing crops
2. the process of trying to acquire or develop a quality, skill, or relationship
3. refinement and good education; sophistication

Examples

• The cultivation of rice requires flooded fields.
• Modern cultivation techniques have increased crop yields.
• She devoted herself to the cultivation of her artistic talents.
• The cultivation of friendship takes time and effort.
• His cultivation was evident in his manners and speech.
• The museum promotes the cultivation of appreciation for fine art.
• Organic cultivation avoids the use of synthetic pesticides.