fertilize
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fertilize, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To add nutrients to soil to help plants grow better.
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How to use fertilize
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Etymology
From French fertiliser, from fertile.
Full origin of fertilize →Frequently asked questions
What does “fertilize” mean?
The word “fertilize” means to add nutrients to soil to help plants grow better. In plain terms, to feed soil with nutrients, or to join with an egg to start reproduction.
How do you pronounce “fertilize”?
“Fertilize” is pronounced FUR-tih-lyz (/ˈfɜː(ɹ)tɪlaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “fertilize” in a sentence?
Here is “fertilize” used in a sentence: “She fertilizes the vegetable patch every spring.”
What part of speech is “fertilize”?
“Fertilize” is a verb.
Where does the word “fertilize” come from?
The word “fertilize” comes from French. From French fertiliser, from fertile.
How many meanings does “fertilize” have?
“Fertilize” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to add nutrients to soil to help plants grow better.