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humus

/ˈhjuː.məs/

Translations

humusnoun

humuses

The soil in this region is rich in humus.

Почва в этом регионе богата гумусом.

Synonyms

humusadjective

/ˈhjuː.məs/

Used attributively (e.g., “humus layer”), so it functions as an adjective.

Synonyms

humusnoun

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.

humusadjective

Containing, consisting of, or rich in humus.

The forest floor is covered by a humus layer that nourishes new plant growth.