humate

/hjuːmeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to fertilize soil with humus, especially to enrich soil with organic matter

“The farmer humated the soil before planting the new crop.”

2. noun

a substance that enriches soil by adding humus, especially a mixture of composted organic matter and other nutrient-rich substances

“The gardener used humate to improve the fertility of the soil.”

Synonyms

  • compost
  • manure

Antonyms

  • degrade