faluner

Senses

1. 1.

   to spread marl or shell-lime on (land)

   to fertilize soil with crushed shells or chalky sediment

Examples

• "Le fermier a falunné ses champs pour améliorer la qualité du sol."

  The farmer spread marl on his fields to improve the soil quality.

• "La pratique de faluner était courante en Normandie et en Bretagne."

  The practice of spreading marl was common in Normandy and Brittany.

Usage

This is a regional and specialized agricultural term, particularly associated with northern France (Normandy, Brittany, Picardy). It refers to the application of *falun* (crushed shells, marl, or shell-lime deposits) to sandy or acidic soil. The practice is now historical but remains in use in some areas.