leafmold

/ˈlɛfmoʊld/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of partially decomposed leaf litter that forms on forest floors and is rich in nutrients, often used in gardening and horticulture to improve soil quality.

“The gardener added leafmold to her compost heap to speed up the decomposition process.”

Synonyms

  • compost
  • humus

Antonyms

  • decomposer
  • soil conditioner