compost

compost

a mixture, normally of plant remains, peat, charcoal, etc., in which plants are grown, esp in pots

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Compost

Process whereby organic wastes, including food wastes, paper, and yard wastes, decompose naturally, resulting in a product rich in minerals and ideal for gardening and farming as a soil conditioner, mulch, resurfacing material, or landfill cover

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compost

[′käm‚pōst]

(materials)

A mixture of decaying organic matter used to fertilize and condition the soil.

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compost

A mixture usually consisting largely of decomposed organic material; used for fertilizing soil.

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