1. the state or practice of not cultivating land; failure to till or farm soil
Usage: often used in agricultural or legal contexts
2. the lack of development or refinement of skills, knowledge, or cultural practices
Usage: formal or literary usage

Examples

• The noncultivation of the field for several years resulted in overgrowth and erosion.
• Long-term noncultivation of the soil reduced its fertility.
• The noncultivation of artistic talents in the community was a missed opportunity.
• Policies promoting noncultivation of certain crops led to economic shifts in the region.
• The noncultivation of critical thinking skills among students became a growing concern.
• Years of noncultivation left the farmland in poor condition.