top dressing

• Camada de material, como composto, adubo ou terra, aplicada sobre a superfície do solo, especialmente ao redor de plantas ou em gramados, para melhorar o crescimento ou a aparência.

A layer of material such as compost, fertilizer, or soil applied to the surface of the ground, especially around plants or on a lawn, to improve growth or appearance.

1. Fertilizer or soil layerB2formal

   A layer of fertilizer, compost, or soil applied to the surface of a lawn or garden to improve growth.

   Cobertura superficial

   • We applied a top dressing of compost to the flower beds.
   • Top dressing helps to level the lawn and add nutrients.
   • The gardener recommended a light top dressing in early spring.

2. Cricket pitch preparationC1formalbritish

   The process of applying a layer of soil or material to a cricket pitch to improve its condition.

   Cobertura do pitch de críquete

   • The groundsman performed a top dressing on the pitch before the match.
   • Top dressing is essential for maintaining a good playing surface.
   • The cricket club invested in new equipment for top dressing.