Compost ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Compost ( noun )

1. A mixture, typically of decaying organic matter, used for fertilizing and conditioning land.
2. A pile of decomposed organic matter used for fertilizing soil.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french compost or italian composto, from latin compostus, past participle of componere "put together" (see compose).

Examples:

1. The farmer used compost to fertilize the fields.
2. The gardener added compost to the soil to improve its structure.
3. The compost pile was made of leaves, grass, and kitchen scraps.
4. The compost will be ready in a few months when it has fully decomposed.
5. The compost can be used to grow vegetables and flowers.

(As a verb)

Compost ( verb )

1. A mixture, typically of decaying organic matter, used for fertilizing and conditioning land.
2. A pile of decomposed organic matter used for fertilizing soil.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from french compost or italian composto, from latin compostus, past participle of componere "put together" (see compose).

Examples:

1. The farmer used compost to fertilize the fields.
2. The gardener added compost to the soil to improve its structure.
3. The compost pile was made of leaves, grass, and kitchen scraps.
4. The compost will be ready in a few months when it has fully decomposed.
5. The compost can be used to grow vegetables and flowers.