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preemergent
or pre-e·mer·gent
[ pree-i-mur-juhnt ]
adjective
, Horticulture.
- of or relating to seedlings before they emerge or appear above ground:
a preemergent weed-killer.
noun
- a preemergence chemical, as a herbicide.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of preemergent1
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Example Sentences
Bare patches in the lawn can be cultivated and seeded in early spring, but be aware that preemergent herbicides applied now will impede grass seed germination.
From Washington Post
In the spray was a preemergent that would carry over into spring to help with weed control.
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