fertilizers

Definition of fertilizersnext
plural of fertilizer

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fertilizers Those who prefer commercial fertilizers need to opt for a special fertilizer for palm trees. Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fertilizers
Noun
  • Gorgonzola Dolce, with its mild taste and creamy texture, works well in sauces, dressings, and spreads where a smoother, subtler flavor is desired.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Stipends and guards are temporary dressings on a chronic wound.
    Noo Saro-Wiwa, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Use of animal manures and human waste to boost crops goes back even further in time.
    Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 15 Mar. 2026
  • Many use manures applied to the surface of the soil every other month through early fall.
    Tom Macklin, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026

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“Fertilizers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fertilizers. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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