1. Substances added to soil to provide nutrients that promote plant growth and increase crop yield.
Usage: Plural form of fertilizer.; Can be organic (e.g., manure, compost) or synthetic (e.g., chemical compounds).

Examples

• Farmers apply fertilizers to their fields in spring to help crops grow.
• Organic fertilizers like compost are better for the environment than chemical ones.
• The gardener used nitrogen-based fertilizers to make the grass greener.
• Different crops require different types of fertilizers.
• Excessive use of fertilizers can pollute groundwater.
• Many home gardeners prefer natural fertilizers for their vegetable gardens.