Thesaurus: humus

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1. n. That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animal or vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils.
2. n. partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil
3. n. a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East
4. That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animal or vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils. Graham.
5. That portion of the soil formed by the decomposition of animalor vegetable matter. It is a valuable constituent of soils. Graham.
6. n:100 n. partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil