humus (Meaning)
humus (n)
partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil
a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East
humus (n.)
That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animal or vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils.
Synonyms & Antonyms of humus
humus Sentence Examples
- The fertile soil's humus content supported abundant plant growth.
- The gardener enriched the soil with a generous layer of humus.
- The worms in the compost bin churned organic matter and created humus.
- The loamy soil's humus layer retained moisture, reducing water stress in plants.
- The dark, nutrient-rich humus formed a blanket over the forest floor.
- The humus in the forest soil provided essential minerals for tree growth.
- The farmer spread a thick layer of humus over his fields to improve the soil's health.
- The decaying leaves and twigs in the garden added to the humus accumulation.
- The farmers used crop rotation techniques to maintain the humus levels in their soil.
- The humus-rich soil supported a diverse ecosystem of organisms, from insects to animals.
FAQs About the word humus
partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil, a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially a
topsoil,loam, mud, clay, clod, gook, gley,earth, colluvium, subsoil
No antonyms found.
The fertile soil's humus content supported abundant plant growth.
The gardener enriched the soil with a generous layer of humus.
The worms in the compost bin churned organic matter and created humus.
The loamy soil's humus layer retained moisture, reducing water stress in plants.
