English · Phrasal verb Attested

seed down

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To sow with seeds to make grass grow.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

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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).

Topics: Trees & plants

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.

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