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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

humus

/hjuːməs/ noun · British & US
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What does humus mean?

noun

A dark, earthy-smelling substance resulting from the decomposition of plant and animal matter, often used as a fertilizer or soil conditioner. It is also a term used in ecology to describe the upper layer of soil.

Example

"The gardener added humus to the soil to improve its fertility and structure."

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