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Pollinizer

Definition:

A pollinizer refers to a plant, typically a flowering tree or shrub, that is necessary for the pollination and fertilization of another specific plant. It aids in the transfer of pollen from the male reproductive organs to the female reproductive organs of the target plant, essential for successful fruit and seed production.

Senses:

1. Noun (Botany)

In botany, a pollinizer is a plant that provides pollen to fertilize the flowers of another plant, helping to ensure proper pollination and subsequent fruit formation.

Example sentence: The apple orchard requires pollinizers, such as crabapple trees, to ensure a good fruit set.

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Usage:

1. Popular usage

Commonly used by horticulturists, gardeners, and farmers to refer to the specific plants used for assisting in pollination.

Example sentence: The farmer planted a variety of fruit trees, including several pollinizers, to ensure proper cross-pollination and maximize yields.

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2. Local usage

In some regions, the term "pollinizer" may be used colloquially to describe a person or thing that helps to generate interest, opinions, or engagement in a specific topic or idea.

Example sentence: The political commentator acts as a pollinizer, stimulating discussions and encouraging people to voice their thoughts.

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