aerates

[ˈeəreɪts]

aerates Definition

to introduce air into a material or environment.

Using aerates: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aerates" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soil needs to be aerated before planting.

  • Example

    The aquarium water needs to be aerated to keep the fish healthy.

  • Example

    The wine was aerated to improve its flavor.

aerates Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for aerates

Phrases with aerates

  • aerated drinks

    carbonated beverages that have been infused with carbon dioxide gas

    Example

    I prefer aerated drinks over still ones.

  • lightweight concrete made by introducing air or gas into the mixture

    Example

    The building was constructed using aerated concrete blocks.

  • a device or system used to introduce air into a liquid or gas

    Example

    The wastewater treatment plant uses an aeration system to remove pollutants.

Origins of aerates

from Latin 'aer', meaning 'air'

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Summary: aerates in Brief

'Aerates' [ˈeəreɪts] means to introduce air into a material or environment, such as soil, water, or wine. It is often done to improve the quality of the material or to keep living organisms healthy. Phrases like 'aerated drinks' and 'aerated concrete' use 'aerated' to describe materials that have been infused with air or gas. 'Aerates' is a formal term that can be replaced with 'oxygenate' in some contexts.