mollisol

/ˈmɒlɪsɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of soil that is rich in nutrients and has a high water-holding capacity, typically found in temperate grasslands and savannas.

“The researchers studied the unique characteristics of the mollisol in the local ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • grassland
  • soil

Antonyms

  • barren
  • desert