Definitions

1. noun

The act or process of preparing the soil for planting by breaking up and turning over the ground, often using a plow.

“The farmer had to do several rounds of tillage to get the soil ready for planting wheat.”

2. noun

The state or condition of the soil as a result of tillage or cultivation.

“The tillage in the field had improved over the years due to the new farming techniques.”

3. verb

To prepare the soil for planting by breaking up and turning over the ground, often using a plow.

“The farmer tillaged the field to plant a new crop of vegetables.”

4. verb

To cause the soil to become loose or fragmented.

“The heavy machinery tillaged the ground, making it difficult to walk on.”