Cultivator/ˈkʌltɪveɪtər/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Usage Used in farming or gardening discussions, often about soil preparation. Can you pass me the cultivator so I can work on this flower bed? Pro Tip 2/3Types of Cultivators Cultivators come in different types, like hand-held or machine-operated. My grandfather prefers a hand cultivator for his vegetable garden. Pro Tip 3/3Tool Identification When talking about cultivators, it's usually about the tool, not the person. The cultivator is in the shed; it needs some repairs before spring.