seed down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To sow with seeds to make grass grow.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
In order to seed down a field it is first plowed deeply, and the soil well loosened — which is easy in these sandy soils — then pieces of the roots of lucern are planted 50 to 60 centimeters (20 to 24 inches) apart.
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 “seed down” mean?
To sow with seeds to make grass grow.
Is “seed down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.