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turn under

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To dig up and rebury in the same spot.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive, transitive

Topics: agriculture, business, lifestyle

Examples

  • Unproductive soil should be turned under to help the soil for next season.
  • I don't think these will flower, so I will just turn them under.

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Antonyms: none provided

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