light fertilizing
nounfeminineinformal/ɐduβɐˈdɛlɐ/rare
a·du·ba·de·la
Definition
The act of fertilizing lightly or superficially; a small amount of fertilizer applied.
I gave the plants a light fertilizing to give them a boost.
A light fertilizing won't be enough for such depleted soil.
Etymology
De 'adubar' + sufixo '-ela' (formador de diminutivos).