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Aerate (Verb)

Impregnate, combine, or supply with oxygen; "oxygenate blood".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The aquarium pump was used to aerate the water and keep the fish alive.
Exercise helps to aerate the blood and keep it healthy.
Aeration was used in the wine-making process to aerate the wine and give it a better flavor.
The gardener used a tool to aerate the soil and help it breathe.
The machine was designed to aerate the liquid solution and speed up the chemical reaction.

Expose to fresh air; "aerate your old sneakers".

Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.

You can aerate your old suitcase by leaving it open for a few days to reduce the musty smell.
To remove the moisture, it's essential to aerate the boots after each use by stuffing them with newspaper.
It's recommended to aerate your old books by opening them wide and letting them sit for a few days.
You should aerate your wet football by placing it near a window or outside under a shade.
Leaving your new tennis shoes outside overnight can help to aerate them and reduce the initial chemical odor.

Aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Wastewater treatment plants use various methods to aerate sewage so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter.
Aerating the sewage in the stabilization ponds enhances the process of biological degradation of organic pollutants.
The sewage aeration tanks are designed to optimize the oxygen levels and facilitate the growth of microorganisms responsible for decomposition.
Aeration of sewage is an essential step in the treatment process, as it promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms that decompose organic matter.
The aerobic sequencing batch reactor aerates sewage in batches, allowing for an extended period of aeration to foster the growth of beneficial microorganisms.