aerify

[ air-uh-fahy, ey-eer- ]

verb (used with object)

, aer·i·fied, aer·i·fy·ing.

1. to aerate.
2. to make aeriform; convert into vapor.

aerify

/ ˈɛərɪˌfaɪ /

verb

1. to change or cause to change into a gas
2. to mix or combine with air

Derived Forms

• ˌaerifiˈcation, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of aerify¹

First recorded in 1840–50; aeri- + -fy

Example Sentences

Many superintendents aerify their greens twice a year.

From Golf Digest

Management found it difficult to shut the course down to verticut, aerify or topdress the fairways.

From Golf Digest

His low frequency of fertilization has also led to nearly abandoning the need to aerify his greens.

From Golf Digest

When the season’s end is finally in sight, Larson and his staff will fertilize, aerify, cut and top-dress to make sure Rutland’s greens and turf come out of the winter in great shape.

From Washington Times

Then the agronomist turned to Bob and asked, “How often to you aerify your greens?”

From Golf Digest

Related Words

• circulate
• open