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Definition of fertilizer

fertilizer

/ˈfɝː.t̬əl.aɪ.zɚ/
(UK: fertiliser)
fer · ti · liz · er
Plural:fertilizers
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fertilizer Lexical Profile

fertilizer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A chemical or natural substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility and enhance crop yield.

Example

"The farmers applied organic fertilizer to the fields before planting the spring crops to ensure a healthy harvest."

2

Anything that promotes growth, development, or productivity in a figurative or non-agricultural context.

Example

"Reading a diverse range of books serves as a powerful fertilizer for a child's imagination."

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• Nearby Words

ferret
ferry
ferryboat
fertilizer
ferula
fes
fescue

Word Origin & Etymology

Mid 17th century: formed from the verb 'fertilize' + the suffix '-er'. The root traces back to the Latin 'fertilis' (fruitful, bearing in abundance), from 'ferre' (to bear).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fertilizer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fertilizer
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