leave uncultivated; neglect; waste
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to leave (land) uncultivated; to lie fallow; to let land go to waste
Refers to agricultural land that should be cultivated but is left idle.
There is not a single mu of uncultivated land in the village.
Due to the outflow of labor, much of the farmland has gone to waste.
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This plot of land has lain fallow for three years.
verb
to neglect (one's studies, skills, etc.); to let become rusty or unpracticed
Used for skills, knowledge, or studies that deteriorate from lack of practice.
He neglected his studies because of a busy work schedule.
Having not played the piano for many years, his skills have become rusty.
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Don't let your schoolwork suffer because of playing games.
verb
to waste (time); to let time slip away unused
Emphasizes not making good use of available time.
He is very diligent in his studies and never wastes a single moment.
Youth is precious and should not be wasted.
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Don't let this good time go to waste.