Soil ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Soil ( noun )

1. The upper layer of earth in which plants can grow, typically consisting of rock, humus, and mineral matter.
2. The material in which plants grow.
3. The natural environment of an organism.
4. The ground or earth.
5. The whole surface of the land.

Origin:

Old english sēol, sēolu "ground, earth", of germanic origin; related to dutch zool and german seele.

Examples:

1. The soil was rich and fertile.
2. The soil was dry and cracked.
3. He tested the soil for its pH level.
4. She spread fertilizer on the soil.
5. The soil was compacted from years of heavy use.

(As a verb)

Soil ( verb )

1. The upper layer of earth in which plants can grow, typically consisting of rock, humus, and mineral matter.
2. The material in which plants grow.
3. The natural environment of an organism.
4. The ground or earth.
5. The whole surface of the land.

Origin:

Old english sēol, sēolu "ground, earth", of germanic origin; related to dutch zool and german seele.

Examples:

1. The soil was rich and fertile.
2. The soil was dry and cracked.
3. He tested the soil for its pH level.
4. She spread fertilizer on the soil.
5. The soil was compacted from years of heavy use.