fertilizer

noun

fer·​til·​iz·​er ˈfər-tə-ˌlī-zər 

: one that fertilizes

specifically : a substance (such as manure or a chemical mixture) used to make soil more fertile

Examples of fertilizer in a Sentence

We only use organic fertilizer in our gardens.

They use chemical fertilizers on their lawn.

Recent Examples on the Web

Rising fertilizer costs and falling remittances also are straining these smaller economies. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

Sprays to control Asian psyllids are needed, along with minor nutrient and traditional fertilizer applications. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026

Fertilizing Too Little Using not enough fertilizer is a poor lawn care practice that can leave the lawn hungry and lean, says Walts. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026

Meanwhile, the Hormuz impasse has shocked the world economy, not just limiting supplies of oil and gas, but also vital products such as fertilizer. — Alexander Smith, NBC news, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1661, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing fertilizer

• complete fertilizer

Rhymes for fertilizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• digitizer
• equalizer
• localizer
• merchandiser
• moisturizer

Kids Definition

fertilizer

noun

fer·​til·​iz·​er ˈfərt-ᵊl-ˌī-zər 

: a substance (as manure or a chemical) used to make soil produce larger or more plant life