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scarify

 

[ หˆskรฆrษชfaษช ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

gardening tool

Scarify refers to the process of scratching or scraping the surface of the soil or lawn to improve its condition. This technique is commonly used to remove thatch, which is the layer of dead grass and organic matter that can accumulate on the soil's surface. By scarifying, gardeners can enhance air flow, increase seed-to-soil contact, and promote healthier growth. It's an essential practice for maintaining a lush and vibrant lawn.

Synonyms

aerate, cultivate, rake, scarification.

Examples of usage

  • We need to scarify the lawn to reduce thatch accumulation.
  • Scarifying the soil will help the grass roots to breathe better.
  • I always scarify my garden beds before planting new seeds.

Translations

Translations of the word "scarify" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escarificar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค•เคพเคฐเคพเคคเฅเคฎเค• เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช scarifizieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ scarify

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบะฐั€ะธั„ั–ะบัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ scarifikowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚ซใƒชใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚คใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท scarifier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escarificar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท scarify

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค์นด๋ฆฌํŒŒ์ดํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุฏุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scarifikovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ scarifikovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฟปๅœŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ scarifiirati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ scarify

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scarify

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ™แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒคแƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scarify

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ scarificar

Etymology

The term 'scarify' originates from the Latin word 'scarificare', which means 'to scratch or make incisions'. In agricultural contexts, it has been used since the 19th century to describe the process of preparing soil. Traditionally, it was associated with both literal and figurative meanings, such as 'preparing the ground for planting' or 'making a surface suitable for cultivation'. The evolution of gardening techniques brought scarification into focus as a vital maintenance practice for lawns and gardens, highlighting its importance in promoting growth and health in plant life. As modern horticulture developed, scarifying became recognized not only as beneficial for lawns but also for gardens, leading to its incorporation in standard landscaping and turf management practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,432, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.