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garden boy

(South Africa, dated) A male gardener (of any age).

ˈɡɑɹdən ˈbɔɪ61 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(South Africa, dated) A male gardener (of any age).

So there are more garden boys. The two old faithfuls, John and Soufel, and one or two extra boys as they can be spared from the farm work: boys who come, receive instruction, and just when they begin to know a little, go away again.
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