Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cropdusting
noun
/ˈkrɒpˌdʌstɪŋ/
Definition
The process of spraying pesticides or fertilizers on crops from an aircraft.
Examples
- The farmer hired a plane for cropdusting to ensure his fields were protected from insects.
- After the recent cropdusting, the plants showed significant improvement in health.
Meaning
Cropdusting involves the application of agricultural chemicals via planes to protect crops from pests and diseases.
Synonyms
- aerial application
- spraying
- airborne treatment
