Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sowing

verb
/ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Sowing refers to the act of planting seeds in soil for the purpose of growing crops or plants.
Examples
  • She is sowing the seeds in the garden this spring.
  • The farmers begin sowing in early March to ensure a good harvest.
  • Sowing cover crops helps improve soil health.
Meaning
It is a fundamental agricultural practice that involves placing seeds into the ground to cultivate new plants.
Synonyms
  • planting
  • seeding
  • cultivating