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fertilize

/ˈfɜːrˌtɪlaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does fertilize mean?

verb

To add fertilizer to (soil, plants, etc.) in order to promote growth or increase yield.

Example

"The gardener decided to fertilize the plants every two weeks to ensure they received the necessary nutrients."

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