Definitions

1. verb

to cause pollen to be released from a plant, especially in order to facilitate fertilization

“The strong wind helped to pollinize the flowers in the garden.”

2. verb

to fertilize (plants) through the transfer of pollen

“The bees flew from flower to flower to pollinize the plants.”

3. verb

to produce or cause pollen to be released

“The heat and moisture in the air helped to pollinize the trees.”