ˌærɪˈoʊleɪt

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or reduce the soil or earth from (something), especially the roots of a plant

“The farmer ariolated the plants to expose their roots to air.”

2. verb (transitive)

to cover or coat with a layer of soil or earth

“The gardener ariolated the garden path with a thick layer of mulch.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to become uncovered or exposed, especially the roots of a plant

“The seedling began to ariolate as the soil dried out.”