a. (Chem.) Of, pertaining to, or resembling, pine or its products; specifically, designating an acid called also abeitic acid, which is the chief ingredient of common resin (obtained from Pinus sylvestris, and other species). [ 1913 Webster ]

a. [ L. sylva, silva, forest + colere to inhabit. ] (Zool.) Of or pertaining to the family of warblers (Sylvicolidae). See Warbler. [ 1913 Webster ]

n. [ L. sylva, silva, forest + E. culture. ] The cultivation of forest trees for timber or other purposes; forestry; arboriculture. [ 1913 Webster ]

n. One who cultivates forest trees, especially as a business. [ 1913 Webster ]