cul·ti·vate

[kuhl-tuh-veyt]

–verb (used with object), - vat·ed, -vat·ing.

1.to prepare and work on (land) in order to raise crops; till.

2.to use a cultivator  on.

3.to promote or improve the growth of (a plant, crop, etc.) by labor and attention.

4.to produce by culture: to cultivate a strain of bacteria.

5.to develop or improve by education or training; train; refine: to cultivate a singing voice.

6.to promote the growth or development of (an art, science, etc.); foster.

7.to devote oneself to (an art, science, etc.).

8.to seek to promote or foster (friendship, love, etc.).

9.to seek the acquaintance or friendship of (a person).