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Fertilizers

Verb / ˈfɜ:tʌˌlaɪzɜ:z / Another word for fertilizers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fertilizers are substances that are added to soil to help plants grow.

Synonyms & similar words

fertilizer plantfood fertiliser manure compost mulch phosphate potash lime ammonia urea nitrogen phosphorus potassium calcium magnesium sulfur iron manganese

Example sentences

  1. 1. Fertilizers help plants grow faster and healthier.
  2. 2. The gardener used a lot of fertilizers to make the flowers bloom.
  3. 3. Too much fertilizer can harm the environment.
  4. 4. Farmers use fertilizers to increase their crop yields.
  5. 5. Without fertilizers, crops wouldn't be able to grow properly.

Quotes

  • Without fertilizers, the world's food supply would be nowhere near where it is today. - Norman Borlaug
  • Fertilizers are good for the farmer, but they are bad for the fish. - Bill Vaughan
  • The use of fertilizers is to feed the soil, not the plant. - Unknown

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