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peat

/piːt/ noun · British & US
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What does peat mean?

noun

A type of soil made of partially decayed plant matter, often used as fuel. A type of peat is also used in gardening as a soil conditioner.

Example

"The hikers had to navigate through the wet peat bog to reach the other side of the valley."

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