fumier

[fy-mee-ey]

fumier Definition

• 1. manure
• 2. dung heap

Using fumier: Examples

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

• Example

  The farmer spread the fumier on his fields.

• Example

  The fumier was piled high behind the barn.

• Example

  The garden needs more fumier to grow better vegetables.

fumier Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fumier

• manure
• dung
• excrement
• compost

Phrases with fumier

• fumier de cheval

  horse manure

  Example

  The best fertilizer for roses is fumier de cheval.

• faire du fumier

  to make compost

  Example

  We need to start making du fumier for the garden.

• fumier de vache

  cow manure

  Example

  The farmer used fumier de vache to fertilize his crops.

Origins of fumier

from French 'fumier', from Latin 'fumigare', meaning 'to smoke'

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Summary: fumier in Brief

'Fumier' [fy-mee-ey] refers to manure or a dung heap. It is commonly used in agriculture and gardening, as in 'The farmer spread the fumier on his fields.' The phrase 'fumier de cheval' denotes horse manure, while 'faire du fumier' means to make compost. 'Fumier de vache' refers to cow manure.