1. to supply or expose to air or oxygen
2. to make holes in soil to allow air and water to penetrate
Usage: gardening
3. to charge liquid with gas, especially carbon dioxide

Examples

• The fountain aerates the pond water to keep fish healthy.
• She aerates the lawn every spring to improve grass growth.
• The machine aerates the wine to enhance its flavor.
• Proper composting aerates organic matter naturally.
• The aquarium pump aerates the water continuously.
• He aerates the soil before planting new seeds.