1. to sow additional seeds over an existing lawn or planted area to improve density or fill in bare spots
Usage: gardening; lawn care

Examples

• The landscaper overseeds the lawn every fall to maintain thick grass coverage.
• She overseeds her yard with cool-season grass in September.
• The golf course overseeds the fairways to repair damage from heavy play.
• After aerating the soil, he overseeds the thin areas of his backyard.
• The groundskeeper overseeds the field to ensure uniform grass growth.
• Many homeowners overseed their lawns in early spring or fall.