Cultivation (noun)

1. The process of preparing land and growing crops.
2. The act of improving or developing something.
3. The process of acquiring knowledge or skills through education or training.

Origin:

Origin: late middle english: from old french, from latin cultus (see cult).

Examples:

1. The cultivation of crops is an essential part of agriculture.
2. She has devoted years to the cultivation of her artistic talents.
3. The cultivation of critical thinking skills is important in education.