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Pollinator

Definition:

A pollinator refers to any living organism that helps transfer pollen from the male reproductive organs (stamens) to the female reproductive organs (pistils) of flowering plants. This process contributes to the fertilization and reproduction of plants.

Senses/Usages:

1. Noun - General Sense:

A pollinator can be any creature capable of carrying pollen, including bees, butterflies, birds, bats, beetles, and other small insects. These animals inadvertently transport pollen as they move between flowers in search of food or shelter.

Example sentence: The honeybee is one of the most well-known and important pollinators, responsible for pollinating a wide variety of crops.

2. Noun - Gardening Sense:

In gardening, a pollinator refers to an intentional mechanism or method used to facilitate pollination and increase the yield of fruits and vegetables. This can involve encouraging beneficial insects or using alternative techniques such as hand-pollination.

Example sentence: To improve the harvest of her tomato plants, Sarah introduced bumblebees as pollinators in her greenhouse.

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