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Meaning of manure
The primary meaning of the word "manure" is organic material used as fertilizer.
Etymology of manure
The word "manure" originates from the Old French word "manuvrer," meaning to work with the hands.
Historically, the term referred to the act of working or cultivating the soil, and eventually came to describe the substances used to fertilize it.
Synonyms
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "manure" as a substance, typically composed of animal dung, used to fertilize soil.
- * It can also refer to a natural or artificial substance added to soil to promote plant growth.
Usage Examples
- The farmer applied manure to the fields to improve soil fertility.
- * The garden center sold bags of compost and manure for gardeners to use.
- * The city's sewage treatment plant produced manure that was used as fertilizer in local parks.
Antonyms
pesticide
herbicide
poison
toxin
pollutant
contaminant
sterilizer
disinfectant
sanitizer
cleaner
purifier
detoxifier
decontaminant
anticancer
antimicrobial
antifungal
antibacterial
antiviral