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to aerate
01
aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter
02
impregnate, combine, or supply with oxygen
03
to introduce air into a substance, typically a liquid or soil, to improve its texture, taste, or overall quality
Example
Ants play a crucial role in the ecosystem by aerating the soil and controlling pests.
The gardener forked the soil in the vegetable garden to aerate it before planting.
The gardener spiked the soil to aerate it and promote better water absorption.
She tills the flower beds with a hand tiller to aerate the soil before sowing seeds.
To improve the texture of the chocolate mousse, the pastry chef carefully folded in whipped cream to aerate the mixture.