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scarify

/skærɪfaɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does scarify mean?

verb

To break up (soil) with a tool, typically to prepare it for sowing seeds. To remove the outer layer of the skin, especially by scratching.

Example

"The gardener scarified the soil to create a smooth surface for planting."

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