Synonyms for

Topsoil

Verb / ˈtɑ:ˌpsɔɪl / Another word for topsoil — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the upper layer of soil, typically rich in organic matter

Synonyms & similar words

surfacesoil earth dirt ground soil loam humus solum turf clay mud peat silt grime filth dust rubble debris trash garbage

Example sentences

  1. The farmer planted his crops in the topsoil.
  2. The builders removed the topsoil to prepare the land for construction.
  3. The gardener added topsoil to the garden to improve the soil quality.
  4. The topsoil was rich in nutrients and perfect for growing vegetables.
  5. The soil erosion removed the topsoil from the fields.

Quotes

  • The ground we walk on, the plants and creatures, the clouds above constantly dissolving into new formations - each gift of nature possessing its own radiant energy, bound together by cosmic harmony. - Ruth Bernhard
  • Our planet's soil is its own living, breathing entity. - Maria Rodale
  • The fertility of the soil is the future of civilization. - C. F. Marbut

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