guano
Pronunciation: [ˈɡwɑːnoʊ]
Word
Context: "agriculture"
(noun) guano is a type of fertilizer made from bird or bat poop. It's used to help plants grow by providing them with nutrients.
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Farmers often use guano to help their crops grow better.
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Using regular soil without guano may not provide enough nutrients for the plants.
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Why do farmers choose guano over synthetic fertilizers?
Context: "environment"
(noun) guano refers specifically to large amounts of waste from seabirds or bats that collects over time. This waste can build up on islands or in caves, often creating a thick layer.
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The guano from the birds on the island has created a rich habitat for many other animals.
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The cave was clean and did not have any guano present, making it unsuitable for bats.
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Where can you find large deposits of guano in nature?
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