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winterkilling


Meanings
  • Noun

    The process by which winter temperatures kill pests or weeds, typically used in agriculture.

    - "Winterkilling is an effective method for controlling pests in crops."
    - "The farmer relies on winterkilling to eliminate weeds in his fields."

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winter-kill , winter-killed , winter-killing , winter-kills , winterkill , winterkilled , winterkilling , winterkills
Etymology
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Winterkilling is a term derived from 'winter', referring to the cold season, and 'killing', meaning to destroy or eliminate.


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  1. Winterkilling is not limited to agriculture; it can also be used in landscaping and gardening.

  2. Some farmers use winterkilling in combination with other pest control methods for optimal results.


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  1. Cold-weather pests: Organisms that are killed or significantly reduced in number due to winter temperatures.

  2. Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A sustainable approach to managing pests that includes the use of winterkilling as a method.


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Winterkilling is a common practice in agriculture, particularly in regions with harsh winters.

How to Memorize "winterkilling"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a farmer in a cold climate, preparing his fields for winterkilling by planting pest-resistant crops or using winter as a natural pest control method.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'winterkilling' with the idea of winter temperatures effectively eliminating pests or weeds.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic like 'Winter brings pest control, Killing unwanted weeds, In my farm, Naturally.'


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