humus

noun
UK: /ˈhjuːməs/
US: /ˈhjuːməs/

  1. The dark, organic material in soils, formed by the decomposition of plant and animal matter.

    1. The garden soil is rich in humus.
    2. The farmer added humus to improve the soil's fertility and water retention.

  2. A general term for decomposed organic matter in soil, essential for plant growth.

    1. Humus helps plants grow healthy.
    2. The presence of humus indicates a healthy and thriving ecosystem within the soil.

Synonyms

compost topsoil mulch

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "humus" in English means: The dark, organic material in soils, formed by the decomposition of plant and animal matter., A general term for decomposed organic matter in soil, essential for plant growth..

The phonetic transcription of "humus" is /ˈhjuːməs/ in British English and /ˈhjuːməs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "humus": compost, topsoil, mulch.

Example usage of "humus": "The garden soil is rich in humus.". More examples on the page.