Also means
to fertilize
Usage Note
Abonar has two distinct meanings: to pay or credit an amount (abonar una factura = 'to pay a bill'; abonar en cuenta = 'to credit an account'), and to fertilize soil (abonar la tierra). The noun abono covers both a subscription/pass (abono de transporte = 'travel pass') and fertilizer. The context makes the meaning clear.
Examples
"Hay que abonar la cuota antes del viernes."
Natural Translation
The fee must be paid before Friday.

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