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tillage

noun

Meaning

The preparation of land for growing crops by plowing, harrowing, and other methods to break up and turn over the soil.

Examples

Traditional tillage methods can lead to soil erosion if not managed carefully.
No-till farming practices aim to reduce soil disturbance, minimizing the need for extensive tillage.

Synonyms: cultivation, plowing, harrowing, soil preparation

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tillage (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtɪlɪdʒ/

Definition

The preparation of land for growing crops by plowing, harrowing, and other methods to break up and turn over the soil.

Examples

Traditional tillage methods can lead to soil erosion if not managed carefully.
No-till farming practices aim to reduce soil disturbance, minimizing the need for extensive tillage.
The heavy rains made the ground too wet for effective tillage, delaying the planting schedule.

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