bonemeal
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Definition of bonemeal
: crushed or ground bone used especially as fertilizer or feed
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Add a handful of bonemeal if your soil is low in phosphorus. — The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping, "How To Grow The Most Pie-Worthy Rhubarb Ever," 30 Mar. 2017 In the spring, before the foliage has emerged, top-dress the soil with sprinkle of bonemeal and a light mulch of compost, 2 inches (5 cm) deep. — Erin Benzakein With Julie Chai, Country Living, "How to Properly Grow and Care for Peonies," 2 Mar. 2018 In the spring, before the foliage has emerged, top-dress the soil with sprinkle of bonemeal and a light mulch of compost, 2 inches (5 cm) deep. — Erin Benzakein With Julie Chai, Country Living, "The Proper Care and Maintenance of the "Ultimate Queen of Spring"," 24 Feb. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'bonemeal.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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bonemeal
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English Language Learners Definition of bonemeal
: bones that have been crushed or ground and that are added to soil to help plants grow better
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