aerate
UK/'eiәreit/US
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Definitions
v.
To introduce air or oxygen into a substance such as soil, water, or liquid
使充气；使通气；曝气
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedaer (air) + -ate (to make/do) = 'to put air into.' You aerate soil so roots can breathe, aerate water in a fish tank, or aerate wine to release its aroma. The verb is always about forcing air in.
Root aer still carries 5 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.aerate the soil给土壤通气
- 2.aerate the water给水充气
- 3.aerate the wine醒酒
Example Sentences
- 1.
Aerate the soil before planting to help roots grow.
- 2.
A pump aerates the water to keep the fish alive.
- 3.
Let the wine aerate for a few minutes before drinking.