Aeration

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈɹæʃən/

Aeration (noun)

  1. The process of adding air to soil or a surface to help plants grow or to reduce bad smells.
  2. The process of mixing air into water to increase oxygen for fish and other living things.
  3. Medical help that allows air to reach the lungs, improving breathing when it is weak or blocked.

Examples

  • Aeration helps roots breathe by loosening compact soil.
  • The gardener does aeration after heavy rain to improve soil quality.