humous

/ˈhjuːməs/
noun
  1. The dark, rich organic part of soil formed from decaying plant and animal matter.
    • Worms help turn leaves into humous.
    • Adding humous to the garden improves plant growth.
    • The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of humous.
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