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humus

noun
/ˈhjuːməs/

Meaning

The dark, organic material in soil formed from decayed plants and animals.

Example Sentences

The gardener enriched the soil with humus to improve plant growth.

Synonyms

compost, mulch, fertilizer, organic matter

Antonyms

sand, gravel, clay

Collocations

rich humus, soil humus, layer of humus

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