Aerate

Pronunciation: /ˈɛrˌeɪt/

Definitions of aerate

verb to expose to the action of air or to cause air to circulate through

Example Sentences

A1 I aerate the soil in my garden by poking holes with a fork.

A2 Plants need oxygen to grow, so it's important to aerate the soil regularly.

B1 Aeration is essential for maintaining a healthy lawn by allowing air to reach the roots.

B2 Golf course greens are aerated regularly to prevent soil compaction and promote healthy grass growth.

C1 Professional landscapers use specialized equipment to aerate large areas of land efficiently.

C2 Aeration can improve the overall health and appearance of a lawn by promoting deep root growth and nutrient absorption.

Examples of aerate in a Sentence

formal It is important to aerate the soil in order to improve its drainage and oxygen levels.

informal I heard that aerating your lawn can really help it stay healthy and green.

slang Yo, don't forget to aerate the compost pile before adding more scraps.

figurative Sometimes we need to aerate our thoughts by taking a step back and gaining some perspective.

Grammatical Forms of aerate

• past tense: aerated
• plural: aerate
• comparative: more aerate
• superlative: most aerate
• present tense: aerates
• future tense: will aerate
• perfect tense: have aerated
• continuous tense: is aerating
• singular: aerate
• positive degree: aerate
• infinitive: to aerate
• gerund: aerating
• participle: aerating

Origin and Evolution of aerate

First Known Use: 1656 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aerate' originated from the Latin word 'aer', meaning air.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of introducing air into a substance or environment, the term 'aerate' has evolved to also refer to the process of adding oxygen to soil or water to improve its quality.