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to intercrop

to intercrop

6.3
To grow two different crops together in the same field
  • verb
  • /ˈɪntərˌkrɒp/
  • Specialized
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  • So we intercrop with tomatoes, we intercrop with other kale varieties, we intercrop with dill, very fragrant dill.

Examples

  • Farmers often choose to intercrop corn and beans to maximize their harvest.

  • By intercropping carrots and onions, gardeners can reduce pest problems naturally.

  • Many organic farmers intercrop legumes with grains to enhance soil health.

Synonyms

to interplant
vsto intercrop
  • Specialized
1 5.6

To plant different crops together in the same area to save space and reduce pests

cultivates different species together in one field throughout the season

Surface Forms

intercrop infinitive
intercropped past
intercropped past participle
intercropping present participle
intercrops third person singular

Morphology

intercrop = crop (transparent) = inter + crop

The verb is a straightforward prefixed verb formed from 'inter-' + 'crop', meaning to grow crops together or among others.

Etymology

Intercrop comes from inter- meaning 'between' and crop, a plant grown for food. So to intercrop is to plant different crops 'between' or among each other in the same field at the same time to help the soil, increase yield, or reduce pests.