Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crop-dust
verb
/ˈkrɒp ˌdʌst/
Definition
To apply pesticides or fertilizers to crops by spraying from an aircraft.
Examples
- The farmer decided to crop-dust his fields to ensure a healthy yield.
- After the storm, the planes were busy crop-dusting the affected areas.
- Many agricultural businesses rely on aerial crop-dusting for efficiency.
Meaning
The act of spraying crops from the air to protect them from pests and diseases, or to enhance their growth by applying nutrients.
Synonyms
- spray
- aerial application
- fumigate
