leaf mold

n.1. Humus or compost consisting of decomposed leaves and other organic material.2. A fungal disease of plants that chiefly affects foliage.

leaf′ mold`

n. 1. a compost or layer of soil composed chiefly of decayed leaves. 2. any mold that forms on leaves. [1835–45]

leaf mold

The pleasant-smelling, flaky material that results from the decomposition of leaves.

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Noun

leaf mold - soil composed mainly of decaying leavesleaf mould, leaf soilmould, mold - loose soil rich in organic matter

leaf mold

leaf mold,

crumbly brown humushumus
, organic matter that has decayed to a relatively stable, amorphous state. It is an important biological constituent of fertile soil. Humus is formed by the decomposing action of soil microorganisms (e.g.
..... Click the link for more information. typical of forest floors. It is composed of decayed leaves and other plant material mixed with soil.

leaf mold

[′lēf ‚mōld] (geology) A soil layer or compost consisting principally of decayed vegetable matter.

leaf mold

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Synonyms for leaf mold

noun soil composed mainly of decaying leaves

Synonyms

leaf mould
leaf soil

Related Words

mould
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