plow under
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: plough under
Meaning · English
To destory (crops) by turning them into the ground with a plow
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
A sharp drop in demand forced the farmer to plow under half his turnips.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “plow under” mean?
To destory (crops) by turning them into the ground with a plow
Is “plow under” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.