humus

UK
/ˈhjuː.məs/
US
/ˈhjuː.məs/

Übersetzungen

humussubstantiv
humuses
Pl.
The soil in this region is rich in humus.
Почва в этом регионе богата гумусом.
humusadjektiv
UK
/ˈhjuː.məs/
US
/ˈhjuː.məs/
Used attributively (e.g., “humus layer”), so it functions as an adjective.

Definitionen

humussubstantiv
The organic component of soil, formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material by soil microorganisms.
The rich, dark humus in the garden soil helps plants grow more vigorously.
humusadjektiv
Containing, consisting of, or rich in humus.
The forest floor is covered by a humus layer that nourishes new plant growth.