muriate

/ˈmjʊərɪeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat or coat with muriate, especially a soil or other substance with a mixture of sodium chloride and sodium sulfate.

“The farmer muriated the soil to improve its fertility.”

2. noun

a mixture of sodium chloride and sodium sulfate, used as a fertilizer or in the treatment of soil.

“The gardener applied a muriate to the soil to promote healthy plant growth.”

Synonyms

  • fertilizer
  • manure
  • salt

Antonyms

  • deplete
  • weaken