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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fertilization

/fərtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does fertilization mean?

noun

The process of providing nutrients to plants, animals, or microorganisms to promote growth and development. This can occur naturally, as in the case of soil enrichment, or artificially, through the application of fertilizers.

Example

"The farmer used fertilization techniques to improve crop yields and increase the nutritional value of the soil."

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