The spelling of the word "fertilizings" can be a bit confusing at first glance, but it follows standard English spelling rules. The word is pronounced /ˈfərtəlaɪzɪŋz/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. The suffix "-ing" is used to indicate the present participle form of the verb "fertilize," while the suffix "-s" is added to form the plural. Therefore, "fertilizings" refers to multiple instances of the act of fertilizing.
The word "fertilizings" is formed by adding the suffix "-ings" to the verb "fertilize".
The verb "fertilize" derives from the Latin word "fertilis", meaning "productive" or "fruitful". The Latin word is derived from the verb "ferre", which means "to bear" or "to carry".
The addition of the suffix "-ings" forms a noun from the verb, indicating the action or process of fertilizing. So, "fertilizings" refers to various instances or acts of fertilization.