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soil

noun

/sɔɪl/

Meaning

The upper layer of earth in which plants grow.

the upper layer of earth in which plants grow; dirt or earth

The soil in this area is reddish.

Rich soil is essential for healthy plant growth.

earth, ground, dirt, land, mud

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earth, ground, dirt, land

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earth, dirt, ground, mud

rock, stone, concrete, pavement

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rock, stone, concrete, pavement

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rock, stone, concrete

fertile soil, sandy soil, clay soil, soil erosion

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

a person who brings a case against another in a court of law; the person who initiates a lawsuit

boastful or arrogant behavior; empty boasting

A large metal pot used for boiling liquids or cooking over an open fire.

The state or quality of being efficient; competency in performance.

A person who takes advantage of situations for personal gain, often disregarding principles.